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Lot number: 962

Benny Lynch 1937 Scottish Flyweight Boxing Champion Framed Certificate: Described as the greatest fighter Scotland ever produced. This certificate took a while coming as there was a dispute in America. Lynch was a troubled character and whilst his pre fight training session once was attended by 10000 he turned to drink and died aged 33. Documentaries and plays have been written about Lynch and the incredible story of Our Benny is worth researching. Framed original certificate comes with a couple of pictures of him in a frame. Originally sold by Christies November 2005. (2)

Estimate £5,000 to £5,500

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