Hall of Fame boxing legend John Sullivan was the sport's top star in the 19th century. Not only is Sullivan credited as the first heavyweight champion when fighters began wearing gloves, he is the last recognized heavyweight champion of the sport's 'bare knuckles' era (under London Prize Ring Rules). Sullivan dominated the sport, winning and retaining heavyweight titles in … [Read more...] about John Sullivan Champion of the World Cabinet Cards an Affordable 19th Century Series
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1910 T220 Prizefighters a Boxing Set Collector’s Dream
More and more pre-war collectors are turning their attention to boxing cards. That's especially evident by the rising prices for some of the iconic early fighters. Cards of Jack Johnson, John Sullivan, and Jack Dempsey have risen dramatically in the last few years. While there is no dearth of pre-war boxing sets, the 1910 T220 Prizefighters release is one that is heavily … [Read more...] about 1910 T220 Prizefighters a Boxing Set Collector’s Dream
Sam Simon Collection Up for Bid
A variety of sports and pop culture memorabilia and an expensive stash of fine art from the personal collection of Sam Simon will be offered later this month through Sotheby’s. While widely known and celebrated as the co-creator of The Simpsons, a producer for Cheers, showrunner on Taxi, and a writer/producer/director on countless pop culture icons of the small screen, Simon's … [Read more...] about Sam Simon Collection Up for Bid
Notes: Mantle’s Message, Big Vintage Buy, Famous Belt for Auction
Promoters asked Mickey Mantle to sign all kinds of autograph inscriptions when he did shows in the 1980s and early 90s. Much of the time he obliged. Caught at the right (or wrong) time, Mantle was also known to sign a few baseballs with phrases that weren’t necessarily ‘G’ rated. Sometimes Mantle scribbled messages that were just funny and one of those is coming to auction … [Read more...] about Notes: Mantle’s Message, Big Vintage Buy, Famous Belt for Auction