Subject: Boxing

A copper penny featuring a bust of Daniel Mendoza on the obverse and a full-figure depiction of Mendoza on the reverse. The reverse also includes the inscription "A Bridewell Boy". This penny was exhibited in the 2005 exhibition "Sting Like a Maccabee" at the National Museum of American Jewish History. The date is approximated as circa 1790 based on Mendoza's boxing career.

A copper penny featuring a bust of Daniel Mendoza on the obverse and a stylized design with the inscription "BREECHES...PANDORAS" on the reverse. This penny was exhibited at the National Museum of American Jewish History in their 2005 exhibition, "Sting Like a Maccabee." The coin dates from approximately 1790.

This book tells the story of Joseph Choynski, the first American Jewish prize fighter to achieve widespread acclaim. The book also includes biographical information about I. N. Choynski, Joseph's father, who was among the first antiquarian booksellers in San Francisco and a board member of the Jewish Alliance of California and its Ladies' Auxiliary. The book provides context on the Jewish Alliance's mission of aiding and educating Jewish refugees arriving in San Francisco.

Issue of the New York Clipper newspaper from October 5, 1867, featuring a major biographical sketch and obituary of Izzy Lazarus (1812-1867), a renowned Jewish American boxer, trainer, and promoter. The newspaper also includes a report on Lipman Pike (1845-1893), the first Jewish baseball player, who played for the Mutuals against the Eckfords.

White metal trade token issued by Joseph Schoeneman & Co. of Philadelphia. The obverse depicts the company name, while the reverse shows a bare-knuckle fight, suggesting it may have been awarded as a prize. The token is holed. Louis Schoeneman, possibly related to Joseph, was a member of the Jewish Hospital in 1872 and was in business with Langstadter. Date of issuance is estimated to be post-Civil War (after 1865), possibly around 1872 based on the provided biographical information.

Print depicting the famous fight at Odiham between Richard Humphreys and Daniel Mendoza. The print shows the fighters and their seconds, and is credited with revolutionizing boxing technique. It is dated circa 1790.

This trade card advertises Hassan, a cigar manufacturer located in New York. The front of the card features an illustration of Al Kaufman, a well-known boxer and wrestler who is known as 'The Jewish Hercules', in a fighting pose. He is wearing white pants and a white shirt. The card has a blue border and states that Al Kaufman is a Hassan smoker. The reverse side provides biographical information about Kaufman and advertises Hassan Cigars.

This trade card advertises Mecca Cigarettes, a brand of ready-made cigarettes for men and boys. The front of the card features a boxing scene. A man, possibly Dr. Louis C. Wallach, is in a boxing pose at the ring, advertising Mecca cigarettes. The card also includes round and date information. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a black and white image of Al Kaufman, a boxer, posed in fighting stance, wearing black trunks. The front of the card is a typical advertising card showcasing an athlete, suggesting a sponsorship or endorsement. The text on the back of the card mentions "Turkish Whiffs" and a "Win Record," indicating a connection to tobacco products. The back of the card also refers to a national card. The card likely dates to around 1910, consistent with the style of the photograph and printing techniques.

This is one of a set of five comical trade cards featuring "Sullivan," the boxer. The front of the card depicts a humorous illustration of a boxer, likely John L. Sullivan, in a boxing pose. The style of the illustration and the subject matter suggest a late 19th-century creation. The card includes an address, Corner 5th, Montgomery & Germantown Aves. The back of the card features an advertisement and a Christmas story.