SCP Auctions November 19th, 2011 Auction
Fri, Oct 28, 2011 08:00PM EDT - Sun, Nov 20, 2011 02:39PM EST
Timed Auction
Lot 696
RARE 1964 SONNY LISTON VS. CASSIUS CLAY I ORIGINAL SITE POSTER
Sold for
$18,368.40
Sold Price includes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $20,000 |
| $300,000 | $25,000 |
| $500,000 | $50,000 |
Among the most rare and coveted boxing advertisements is this cardboard site poster for the 1964 Liston vs. Clay I fight. Clay was an 8-1 underdog and few gave the "Louisville Lip" a chance against the fearsome Liston who was one of the most powerful and frankly scary heavyweights in history. The fight took place at the Miami Beach Convention Hall on February 25 1964. Clay was undefeated but the experts believed that he had not fought anyone of skill and had no chance against Liston. From the opening bell however Clay had Liston backing up and confused. At the end of the sixth round Liston never got off his stool and a legend was born. Immediately after the fight Clay announced that he had embraced the Islamic religion and changed his name to Muhammad Ali. He became the most controversial yet most popular champion in history. Despite the enormous hype for the fight this poster is an extreme rarity. It remains in extraordinary Excellent to Mint original condition save for filled pinholes in the corners. The poster measures approximately 14 x 22 inches with vibrant original color.
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