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Lot #657
Tom Sharkey Autograph Quote Signed

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Description

Boxer known as ‘Sailor Tom,’ (1873-1953) who fought from 1893 to 1904 and is credited with having won 40 fights (with 37 KOs), 7 losses, and 5 draws. Sharkey fought two fights with heavyweight champion James J. Jeffries and was named to the Ring Magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time. AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 4.25 sheet, which reads in full [spelling retained]: “Life to me is wone sweet dream, yours truly, Thomas J. Sharkey, Still undefeated Champion, Feb 9, 1900.” In very good to fine condition, with soiling, trimmed edges, and an old adhesive stain.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Art and Literature
  • Dates: #645 - Ended October 12, 2022





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