FITZSIMMONS, ROBERT CABINET CARD (1894)

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HISTORY: Robert Fitzsimmons was born on May 26, 1863 in Helston, Cornwall, England. He won the World Middleweight Title on January 14, 1891 from Jack Dempsey. On March 17, 1897 he won the World Heavyweight Title from James Corbett. He later won the World Light Heavyweight Title on November 25, 1903 from George Gardner. He retired after fighting Jersey Bellew on February 20, 1914 with a final record of 43-12 with 6 no decisions, 1 no contest, and 32 KO's. Offered here is an original cabinet card of Robert Fitzsimmons issued in 1894.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original cabinet in full fight pose by Sarony with their stamp on lower mount. Copyright 1894. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased. Mount damage at lower left and right with slight card loss, not affecting the image. 4 1/4" x 6 1/2."

Rare, early career cabinet card of Robert Fitzsimmons.

Size: 4 1/4 x 6 1/2

Condition: very good