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Lot # 1104: Original 1882 Oversized Tug Wilson Boxing Cabinet Card

Starting Bid: $200.00

Bids: 10 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed
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Item was in Auction "Late Fall Classic 2021",
which ran from 11/14/2021 7:00 PM to
12/11/2021 10:00 PM



Addendum (11/24 – 10:18 am): We have briefly edited the original description based upon new information provided to us by an eminent boxing historian. The changes deal strictly with a few minor historical inaccuracies relating to the boxer or boxers referenced here. All our original information pertaining to the item (or items) offered in the lot (condition, provenance, dimensions, etc.) remains unchanged and is accurate. 

 An original 1882 J. Wood Tug Wilson oversized boxing cabinet card. Real name Joe Collins, he started his career in the bareknuckle era and went on to fight with gloves in the transitional one. He was hated by John L. Sullivan due to his antics in the ring when the two met in July 1882. The card measures 22x18". It is in GD condition with a portion of the upper left corner missing, a few creases and toning. A rare image of an early boxing great.

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