JO Sports Inc.
HISTORY: On September 9, 1905 at the Mission Street Arena in Colma, California Jimmy Britt and Battling Nelson fought for what was billed as the World White Lightweight championship. Nelson knocked Britt out in the 18th round. Offered here is an original, first generation, large format photograph which depicts both fighters and the promoter for this event along with ring action..
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation, large format photograph which depicts Nelson and Britt in full fight poses along with the promoter "Sunny" Jim Coffroth. The two in ring action a s the expansive crowd looks on is also featured. The images are bold and clear. Has some discoloration and soiling. Clipped upper right corner. Small holes at lower border and in center and at lower right. None distract from the image itself, Closed tear on right edge with no paper loss. 20" x 25." Exceptionally rare. Not seen before.
