ARGUELLO, ALEXIS SIGNED HAND PAINTED GLOVE

Alexis Arguello was born on April 19, 1952 in Managua, Nicaragua. He won the WBA Featherweight Title on November 23, 1974 in a bout with Ruben Olivares. On January 28, 1978 he won the WBC Super Featherweight Title from Alfredo Escalera. He retired after a February 9, 1986 bout with Bill Costello with a final record of 80-6 with 65 KO's. Alexis Arguello passed away suddenly on July 1, 2009. Offered here is a boxing glove with a hand painted image of Alexis Arguello which has been signed by Arguello.This is an original, black leather boxing glove with a RINGSIDE label at the wrist. Boldly signed by Arguello in silver pen. Image of Arguello painted on backhand wearing championship belt. Bold color. Minor surface wear, otherwise clean. 11" long.