PATTERSON, FLOYD SIGNED WIRE PHOTO

Floyd Patterson was born on January 4, 1935 in Waco, North Carolina. He won the World Heavyweight Title in a bout with Archie Moore on November 30, 1956. He lost it to Ingemar Johansson on June 26, 1959 and then regained it from him a year later. He retired after losing to Muhammad Ali on September 20, 1972 with a final record of 55-8-1 with 40 KO's. Presented here is a signed wire photo.
Floyd Patterson has boldly signed this 7" x 9" wire photo in blue marker. The photo pictures Patterson and Ingemar Johansoon on June 20, 1960 at the weigh-in for their fight. The corners are creased. No rips or tears. Clean signature.