Personal check, 5 x 2.25, filled out and signed by Ali, payable to Billy Bingham for $187, August 29, 1971. Double-matted and framed with a plaque and image of the Sports Illustrated cover showing his famous victory against Liston to an overall size of 13.75 x 22. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, expected bank stamps affecting a portion of his first name, and moderate spreading and haloing to ink due to moisture exposure. Ali wrote this check shortly after being defeated by Joe Frazier in the famous ‘Fight of the Century,’ which had been held at Madison Square Garden on March 8, 1971. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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