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Lot # 603: 1935 John Henry Lewis, "Early Black Light-Heavyweight Champion" Poses with Trophy

Category: Boxing

Starting Bid: $15.00

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Item was in Auction "MEGA Collectors Auction 2019",
which ran from 4/23/2019 12:00 AM to
5/11/2019 8:00 PM



One of the greatest Boxers of the era, John Henry Lewis was also one of the greatest early Black boxers of all time. The Light Heavyweight Champion of the World for three years, he was a dominant force in the ring. This Acme original photograph captures the moment he became champion with his hands raised in the ring from November 1935. Condition and quality are both outstanding!

Size: 7x9
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 4.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 9.5/10

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