$6,080
A white acetate satin boxing robe with cotton terry cloth lining worn by Evander Holyfield for his fight against George Foreman on April 19, 1991 at the Convention Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The robe features "Members Only" sponsor patches stitched into both upper arms of the robe as well as front left breast pocket. The robe also features cuffs on each arm in an African mosaic theme. Stitched into the back of the robe in red embroidered lettering is "Evander/ "Real Deal"/ Holyfield." The fight was billed as "The Battle of the Ages" between a then 28 year old Holyfield and a then 42 year old Foreman. While Foreman acquitted himself well lasting all 12 rounds of the fight, Holyfield won a unanimous decision on points thus retaining his Lineal, WBC, WBA and IBF Championships. There is no belt present with the robe. Size 44. Categories: Evander Holyfield
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2012-11-30
