1964 Cassius Clay vs. Sonny Liston Closed-Circuit Television Fight Poster

Sold For:

$510

Year:

1964

Auction:

2019 Fall

Lot #:

2775

Category:

Boxing/Golf/Other Cards or Memorabilia

Fight poster promoting the February 25, 1964, heavyweight championship title bout between Sonny Liston and challenger Cassius Clay on closed-circuit television at the Civic Auditorium in Bakersfield., California. The poster features full-length images of each fighter, while the text notes that there will be "No Home TV" for the fight. Published by the "Murray Poster Printing Co." of New York, as noted in the bottom right corner. The poster (14 x 22 inches), which is printed on cardboard, displays light corner wear and is in Excellent to Mint condition overall. Reserve $200. Estimate (open).