GAVILAN, KID-CHUCK DAVEY ADVERTISING POSTER (1953)

HISTORY: On February 11, 1953 at Chicago Stadium world welterweight champion Kid Gavilan defended his title against Chuck Davey. Gavilan prevailed stopping Davey in the 10th round. Fight stopped before the start of the 10th. Davey down once in the first round and three times in the ninth. Scoring at the time of stoppage: 49-41, 52-38, 51-39, all for Gavilan. Gate: $274,451. Offered here is an original, advertising, Pabst Blue Ribbon poster issued for this fight.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, paper, advertising Pabst Blue Ribbon poster which pictures both fighters. Professionally linen backed. Some light toning from aging. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. Not creased or torn. Minor restoration at edges. 18" x 24."