{"product_id":"sir-henry-cooper-signed-lonsdale-boxing-shorts-coa","title":"Sir Henry Cooper Signed Lonsdale Boxing Shorts with COA – Size M, BNWT","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #c9a96e;padding:12px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer to buy on eBay?\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is also on eBay, with eBay buyer protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.co.uk\/itm\/407273379738\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#0064d2;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;padding:10px 18px;border-radius:6px;font-weight:600\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:700;font-size:18px;background:#fff;border-radius:4px;padding:1px 6px;margin-right:6px\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#e53238\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#0064d2\"\u003eb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#f5af02\"\u003ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#86b817\"\u003ey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBuy it on eBay\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px\"\u003eBuying here? Your shorts are dispatched from the UK, with delivery charges shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine hand-signed Sir Henry Cooper boxing shorts: black Lonsdale London Boxing Club Shorts, size M, brand new with the original swing tag, supplied with a physical Certificate of Authenticity from Liaisons UK Ltd.\u003c\/strong\u003e The shorts are signed in silver-coloured marker on the lower front leg by \"Our 'Enry\", the British boxing icon and the only British boxer ever knighted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eItem details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sir Henry Cooper OBE, former British, Commonwealth and European heavyweight champion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e silver-coloured marker on the lower front leg, beside the Lonsdale lion logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand and style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lonsdale London Boxing Club Short, with the original swing tag attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e black with white side panels and a white elasticated waistband, drawstring and red\/white Lonsdale London waistband patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (Medium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e brand new with tags, unworn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e the signed shorts plus a physical Liaisons UK Ltd Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sir Henry Cooper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSir Henry Cooper (3 May 1934 – 1 May 2011) was born in London and became one of the best-loved sportsmen in British history. After representing Great Britain at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, he turned professional in 1954. Over a 17-year career he won 40 of his 55 fights, 27 by knockout. His famous left hook, \"'Enry's 'Ammer\", put a young Cassius Clay (later Muhammad Ali) on the canvas at Wembley Stadium on 18 June 1963, one of the most famous moments in British boxing. Cooper won the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles in 1959, also held the European crown, and remains the only British boxer to win three Lonsdale Belts outright. He was the first person to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year twice, was appointed OBE in 1969 and was knighted in 2000, the first and only British boxer to receive a knighthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCareer highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresented Great Britain at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics (light-heavyweight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional record: 55 fights, 40 wins (27 by KO), 14 losses, 1 draw (1954–1971)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWon the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles from Brian London in January 1959\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEuropean heavyweight champion (won the title in 1964, 1968 and 1970)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe only British boxer to win three Lonsdale Belts outright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 June 1963, Wembley Stadium: knocked down Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) with \"'Enry's 'Ammer\" in round 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21 May 1966, Arsenal Stadium, Highbury: challenged Muhammad Ali for the world heavyweight title\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1970: held the British, Commonwealth and European heavyweight titles at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBBC Sports Personality of the Year in 1967 and 1970, the first person to win it twice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOBE (1969), Papal Knighthood (1978) and knighted in the 2000 New Year Honours for services to boxing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy collectors want this piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned by a British boxing icon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sir Henry Cooper is the only British boxer to have been knighted, and one of the best-known names in the sport's history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Lonsdale connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e these are Lonsdale London boxing shorts, signed by the only British boxer to win three Lonsdale Belts outright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand new with tags:\u003c\/strong\u003e the shorts are unworn, with the original Lonsdale swing tag still attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied with a COA:\u003c\/strong\u003e a physical Certificate of Authenticity from Liaisons UK Ltd comes with the item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA finite supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sir Henry Cooper died in 2011, so he can sign no new items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSignature and Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shorts come with a Certificate of Authenticity from \u003cstrong\u003eLiaisons UK Ltd\u003c\/strong\u003e, signed by Raymond Collister MBE, MD of Liaisons UK Ltd. The certificate describes the item as \"Boxing Shorts\" and certifies that it carries the genuine signature of Sir Henry Cooper. It states that Liaisons UK Ltd items are obtained in person or from a reputable dealer. The certificate is supplied with the item; its presence is not a separate independent authentication by this store. Please examine the signature close-up and certificate photographs before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for signed memorabilia. The shorts are not described as fight-worn or as having been personally worn by Sir Henry Cooper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplay ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame them in a deep box frame alongside the certificate for a home office, gym or man cave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake them the centrepiece of a British boxing memorabilia collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive them as a gift to a boxing fan, an Ali-era enthusiast or a sports collector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shorts and certificate are supplied \u003cstrong\u003eunframed\u003c\/strong\u003e; no display frame is included. This avoids the risk of a frame being damaged in transit and lets you choose your own framing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the signature authentic, and does it come with a COA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a physical Certificate of Authenticity from Liaisons UK Ltd is included. It certifies that the shorts carry the genuine signature of Sir Henry Cooper. Close-up photos of the signature and the certificate are shown in the gallery so you can review them before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size are the shorts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shorts are size M (Medium), Lonsdale London Boxing Club Short style, with an elasticated waistband and drawstring. Contact us before ordering if you would like measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat condition are they in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new with tags. The shorts are unworn and the original Lonsdale swing tag is still attached. They are not fight-worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I display them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost collectors use a deep box frame with the certificate mounted alongside. Keep them out of direct sunlight to help protect the silver signature and fabric. The item is supplied unframed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDispatch, delivery and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a physical item, dispatched from Wallsend, United Kingdom. Available delivery destinations, shipping charges and any applicable checkout charges are shown when you enter your delivery address at checkout. Returns and cancellations are handled under our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e; your statutory rights are not affected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Lonsdale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55453481042259,"sku":"HC-LONSDALE-SIGNED-M","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1108\/4510\/0371\/files\/01_hero_collectable.jpg?v=1792192989","url":"https:\/\/dreamingaisles.com\/products\/sir-henry-cooper-signed-lonsdale-boxing-shorts-coa","provider":"DreamingAisles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}