Lot 664
[Wrestling]. Autograph Book of Early Pro Wrestlers. Here we offer a unique autograph book containing the signatures of some 35 early Pro Wrestlers. Dating from the late 1920s and 1930s, this book features the hands of Ernie Dusek (one of the Four Omaha Duseks, a family of fighters), Hans Steinke (a European wrestler who arrived in the U.S. in the 20s using the Greco Roman style), Abe Coleman (the "Jewish Tarzan" or "Hebrew Hercules", Coleman was known for his cauliflower ears caused by headlocks), Pat O'Shocker (an accomplished bleeder), and Gino Garibaldi. Several pages have clipped photos of the athletes affixed alongside the autographs. Slight losses to felt cover at edges. Pages are slightly toned with some creasing. Overall, in good to very good condition.
Estimated Value $200 - 400.
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| Realized $115 |
