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Lot # 334: 1926 Rudolph Valentino, "Wrestling Match that Killed the Actor" Sparring with Kid Hogan

Category: Entertainment

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 14 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed
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Item was in Auction "September Collectors Auction 2020",
which ran from 9/20/2020 12:00 AM to
10/3/2020 8:00 PM



It is widely known now that Rudolph Valentino was killed by a syndrome in which ulcers mimicked an appendicitis. At the time this photo was taken, it was believed this moment, a wrestling match with Kid Hogan, caused the ulcers. It was this condition and operation that would kill the star. A rare image in nice shape overall, the photo itself is beautiful with the paper caption on the back talking about his sickness being fantastic! Stamped on the back and in great shape.

Size: 6.5x8.5
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 3.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 8.5/10

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