AKINS, VIRGIL-VINCE MARTINEZ WORKING PRESS PASS (1958-AKINS WINS TITLE)

JO Sports Inc.

Regular price $115.00

HISTORY: On June 6, 1958 at the Arena in St. Louis welterweights Virgil Akins and Vince Martinez met in a featured match for the vacant world welterweight title. Akins stopped Martinez in the 4th round to win the crown. 

Offered here is a scarce, original Working Press pass for this event.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original Working Press pass which names the fighters and date and includes a section, row and seat number. Bold color and print. Includes wrist string. Light age toning, otherwise clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Commission official name on back for former fighter Fred Saddy. 2 3/4" x 3 1/2."

Size: 2 3/4" x 3 1/2"

Condition: Excellent