ARMSTRONG, HENRY-LEW JENKINS FULL TICKET (1940)

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Regular price $425.00

On July 17, 1940 at the Polo Grounds in New York world welterweight champion Henry Armstrong fought tough Lew Jenkins in a non title main event. Armstrong stopped Jenkins in the 6th round. After appearing to win the first 3 rounds, Jenkins goes down 7 times. Fight stopped before the start of the 7th round, but under New York rules is listed as a TKO in 6. Welterweight title not at stake per agreement. Offered here is an original full ticket for this event.
This is an original full ticket which names the fighters, date and venue. Bold color and print. Clean front and back. Stub firmly attached. Not creased or torn. Minor edge and corner wear. 2 3/4" x 7 1/4."

Size: 2 3/4 x 7 1/4

Condition: excellent