GRAZIANO, ROCKY ORIGINAL MARDI GRAS COIN (1983)

Rocky Graziano, born Thomas Rocco Barbella in New York City (1 January 1919 � May 22, 1990), was an Italian American boxer. Graziano was considered one of the greatest knockout artists in boxing history, often displaying the capacity to take his opponent out with a single punch. He was ranked 23rd on Ring Magazine's list of the greatest punchers of all time. Graziano's life story was the basis of the 1956 Oscar-winning drama film Somebody Up There Likes Me, based on his 1955 autobiography of the same title. The film starred Paul Newman and was directed by Robert Wise. Offered here is an original, gold Mardi Gras coin featuring Rocky Graziano from 1983. The coin pictures Graziano and is dated 1983 in New Orleans and sponsored by the Italian American Marching Club.
This is a gold colored coin picturing Rocky Graziano on one side and American and Italian flags on the other. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. No significant wear noted. 1 1/2" in diameter.