HISTORY: On September 18,1953 at the War Memorial in Syracuse, New York Carmen Basilio met world welterweight champion Kid Gavilan with the Welterweight Title at stake. Gavilan retained the title with a 15 round split decision over Basilio. Presented here is the original fight contract for this fight which has been signed by Carmen Basilio, his manager John De John and his promoter Norman Rothschild.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, one page, typed contract signed by Basilio, De John and Rothschild. Clean front and back. Bold color and print. Includes original folds. Minor edge wear. 8 1/2" x 14."
