First-Ever Boxing Book and Muhammad Ali Archive Headline Rare Auction
Summary
A rare auction is taking place online, featuring 34 lots of unique boxing memorabilia, including items related to Muhammad Ali and rare boxing books. This event is hosted by Hansons in the UK and will close on November 12. Key items include Muhammad Ali archives and the first known book about boxing.Key Facts
- 34 lots of boxing memorabilia are up for auction online, hosted by Hansons in Lichfield, UK.
- The auction includes an extremely rare book, "Pancratia," published in 1812, which is the first book dedicated solely to boxing.
- A complete set of the "Ring Record Book & Encyclopaedia" from 1941/42 to 1986/87 is available, totaling 45 volumes.
- Muhammad Ali-related items include a ring announcer's card and other documents from his 1973 fight against Rudi Lubbers in Indonesia.
- The auction also features a letter from Richard Dunn, written before his fight with Muhammad Ali in 1976, estimated between £200-£400 ($262-$525).
- The auction is set to close on November 12, and the item prices range from £40 to £800 ($52 to $1,050).
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