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Sale 66
The Manuscript, Space, Stamp & Collectibles Auction
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Lot 639 |
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Dempsey, Jack (1895-1983) Heavyweight champion from 1919-26; nicknamed "The Manassa Mauler." Photograph handsigned and inscribed in blue ink, "Thanks Mary & lots of Luck From Jack Dempsey." The photo is in a presentation holder from Jack Dempsey's Broadway Bar and Cocktail Lounge in New York and signed above the photo on the cardstock frame. The date "3-5-54" is pencilled on the inside cover. A handsome photo of Dempsey with a young couple (the man is in unform) in his bar.
Estimated Value $200 - 250
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Lot 640 |
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Dempsey, Jack (1895 - 1983) World heavyweight champion from 1919 to 1926; called "The Manassa Mauler." Vintage photo signed and inscribed, "Good Luck Pal Jack Dempsey," 10 x 8 inches. Some creases; mounting remnants on back.
Estimated Value $150 - 200
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Lot 641 |
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Tunney, Gene (1897 - 1978) Heavyweight boxing champion; he defeated Jack Dempsey twice. Typed Letter Signed, one page, on personal letterhead, 10 x 8 inches, October 7, 1930. To Guaranty Trust Company asking for physical delivery of all his securities held by the bank. File hole and staple marks at top and filing stamp at lower left, not affecting Tunney's very large signature.
Estimated Value $125 - 175
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Lot 642 |
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Walcott, Jersey Joe (1914 - 1994) Born Arnold Raymond Cream; in 1951, at the age of 37, he became the oldest man to win the heavyweight title until 1994 when George Foreman won at the age of 45. Signed inscribed vintage Moss photo in boxing pose, "To Dick Madigan, Compliments of Jersey Joe Walcott," 10 x 8 inches. Mounting traces on verso, otherwise fine.
Estimated Value $150 - 200
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$60 |
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