ZIVIC, FRITZIE SIGNED PHOTO (SIGNED IN 1951)

HISTORY: Fritzie Zivic (May 8, 1913, Pittsburgh, United States — May 16, 1984), born as Ferdinand Henry John Zivcich (Croatian: Živčić, known to boxing fans as Fritzie Zivic, “The Croat Comet”), was an American boxer who held the world welterweight championship from October 4, 1940, until July 29, 1941. Offered here is an original promotional photograph of Fritzie Zivic which he boldly signed and inscribed in 1951.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a black and white promotional photo showing Zivic in full fight pose. Boldly signed in ink, "To John Costello May You be listed Amongst the first Ten, As one of the outstanding contenders for the Tough knocks of Daily Life Your Pal Fritzie Zivic Former Welterweight Champion 8-26-51." Crease in lower left corner. Minor edge wear. Several compressions. 8" x 10."