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HISTORY: On September 23, 1952 World Heavyweight Champion Jersey Joe Walcott defended his title against Rocky Marciano at Municipal Stadium in Philadelphia. Marciano was well behind on points when he dramatically stopped Walcott in the 13th round with one of the most memorable punches thrown in the history of boxing. The era of Rocky Marciano's reign as World Heavyweight Champion had begun. The fight was shown on closed circuit TV in 50 theaters in 31 cities coast to coast. Marciano was a slight betting favorite. A left hook from Walcott floored Marciano early in the first round. It was the first time in his 43-fight professional career that Marciano had been knocked down. He got up at the count of four. Going into the 13th round, Walcott was ahead on all three official scorecards. Early in the round, Walcott backed up to the ropes and began to launch a right hand, but Marciano beat him to it and put him down for the count with a right to the jaw. The fight was named The Ring Fight of the Year. The 13th round was named The Ring Round of the Year. The fight was named the 16th Greatest Title Fight of All-Time by The Ring in 1996.
Offered here is an exceptional, high quality replica belt of the Ring Magazine championship belt presented to Rocky Marciano for winning this fight.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an, exceptional, high quality replica belt. The belt has 5 heavy metal plates all attached by gold color metal chains. All have eagles atop. The center plates in block lettering is engraved, THE RING MAGAZINE AWARD WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP WON BY ROCKY MARCIANO. The right plate is engraved, Philadelphia PA Sep 23rd 1952. The left plate is engraved, Knocked Out Joe Walcott In 13 Rounds. The belt resides on a heavy red, white, blue and gold sash with felt backing. Heavy leather straps at each end. Clean with no noticeable flaws. 6" x 40." 6 lbs. About as nice as you will find.
