First gloved heavyweight boxing champion of the world, 1892–97. Fountain pen signature and inscription, “To my friend Jimmy Timbers, with best regards, Jas. J. Corbett,” on 4.25 x 3 slip, dated December 10, 1930. In fine condition, with mounting remnants to each corner and a typed notation affixed along top. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
