1950 - boxing gloves

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Vis boxing gloves from the 1950s in good condition, original two‑tone brown and ochre leather with cotton laces and fabric labels, size 8, professionally conservatively restored and ready for display.

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A REAL PIECE OF ITALIAN SPORT HISTORY – UNPARALLELED IN THESE CONDITIONS.

For sale a splendid and extremely rare pair of original mid-20th century boxing gloves (1950s / early 1960s), produced by the historic Italian brand VIS ("Prodotti per tutti gli sport").

They aren’t mere used gloves, but a genuine vintage modern collectible and elite item.

Why they are a unique piece:
CONDITIONS EXCEPTIONAL FOR THEIR AGE: Finding gloves from over 60-70 years ago with leather so elastic, vibrant and perfectly preserved is a more unique than rare event. No deep cuts, no dry cracks.

CONSERVATIVE PROFESSIONAL RESTORATION: The gloves have been just cleaned and artisanally treated with top-quality products for leather. The result? The two-tone leather (chestnut brown and vintage ochre palm) has regained a warm luster, softness, and an extraordinary aroma.

100% ORIGINAL: Complete with their raw cotton laces from the era and the iconic fabric labels sewn on the cuffs. The patina of time and the small tonal variations of the leather are their "certificate of authenticity" and enhance their charm and monetary value.

SIZE: Original punch mark number "8" clearly legible on the label.

The Perfect Display Item:
This set has been brought back to its maximum aesthetic splendor and is ready to be displayed. It is the definitive item for:

- Collectors of vintage sports memorabilia.
- Luxury/Vintage furnishings for boxing gyms, private clubs, or concept stores.
- Store windows or design pieces to place in a home bookshelf."

A REAL PIECE OF ITALIAN SPORT HISTORY – UNPARALLELED IN THESE CONDITIONS.

For sale a splendid and extremely rare pair of original mid-20th century boxing gloves (1950s / early 1960s), produced by the historic Italian brand VIS ("Prodotti per tutti gli sport").

They aren’t mere used gloves, but a genuine vintage modern collectible and elite item.

Why they are a unique piece:
CONDITIONS EXCEPTIONAL FOR THEIR AGE: Finding gloves from over 60-70 years ago with leather so elastic, vibrant and perfectly preserved is a more unique than rare event. No deep cuts, no dry cracks.

CONSERVATIVE PROFESSIONAL RESTORATION: The gloves have been just cleaned and artisanally treated with top-quality products for leather. The result? The two-tone leather (chestnut brown and vintage ochre palm) has regained a warm luster, softness, and an extraordinary aroma.

100% ORIGINAL: Complete with their raw cotton laces from the era and the iconic fabric labels sewn on the cuffs. The patina of time and the small tonal variations of the leather are their "certificate of authenticity" and enhance their charm and monetary value.

SIZE: Original punch mark number "8" clearly legible on the label.

The Perfect Display Item:
This set has been brought back to its maximum aesthetic splendor and is ready to be displayed. It is the definitive item for:

- Collectors of vintage sports memorabilia.
- Luxury/Vintage furnishings for boxing gyms, private clubs, or concept stores.
- Store windows or design pieces to place in a home bookshelf."

Details

Sport
Boxing
Sports memorabilia type
boxing gloves
Number of objects
1
Brand
Vis
Year
1950
Condition
Good
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