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Lot 289
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Lot Number: 289
Description: Early wrestling prize belt awarded to James Scott in 1862. Prize fighting belt has an affixed medallion which is engraved, "1st PRIZE FOR MEN Not Exceeding 11 Stones, This Belt & 8 Guineas was wrestled for By CUMBERLAND and WESTMORELAND MEN, In London 18th Apr 1862, Won by James Scott." it is secured in a garland style enclosure on 3"x48" black leather belt which has two other decorative pieces applied (one marked "Williams & Co., 18414 Strand") and an ornate buckle. Among the earliest sporting award prizes we have offered. Some natural age and handling wear with some small portions of leather missing: GD-VGEstimated Price Range: ($500-$1,000)
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