CHAVEZ, JULIO CESAR SIGNED LICENSE APPLICATION (1985-PRE CERTIFIED PSA/DNA)

Julio César Chávez (born Julio César Chávez González on July 12, 1962) is a retired Mexican professional boxer. Chávez is considered the greatest fighter ever to come out of Mexico. He is a six-time world champion in three weight divisions, and for several years he was considered the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world. In a career that spanned over 25 years, Chávez won six world titles in three weight divisions: WBC Super Featherweight in 1984, WBA Lightweight in 1987, WBC Lightweight in 1988, WBC Light Welterweight in 1989, IBF Light Welterweight in 1990, and WBC Light Welterweight in 1994. Julio César Chávez was known for his outstanding punching power, devastating body attack, remarkably strong chin and the relentless stalking of his opponents. He ranks #24 on ESPN's 50 Greatest Boxers Of All Time. On December 7, 2010, he was inducted in the prestigious International Boxing Hall of Fame for the Class of 2011. He is the father of prospect Omar Chávez and current WBC Middleweight Champion Julio César Chávez, Jr. Offered here is an original Nevada State Athletic Commission Boxing License Application for the year 1985 signed by and filled out by Julio Cesar Chavez. This license would be used for Chavez defenses of his world super featherweight title against Roger Mayweather and Dwight Prachett.
This is an original legal sized document with two pages (front and back). Includes a color photograph of Chavez taken at the time and attached to the application. Boldly filled out in pen. Signed on second page, "J. Chavez." Two hole punches at top. Has a center fold. Minor edg ewear. 8 1/2" x 13." Pre certified by PSA/DNA. Extremely rare, especially dating to this early time in his career.