Kid Gavilán (1926 – 2003)

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Kid Gavilán (1926 – 2003)

Nickname: “The Cuban Hawk”
Birthplace: Camagüey, Cuba
Weight Class: Welterweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 108 – 30 – 5 (28 KOs)
Years Active: 1943 – 1958

Biography
World Welterweight Champion from 1951 to 1954, Kid Gavilán was renowned for his bolo punch and iron chin. He helped open the door for Cuban fighters on the international stage.

In the Hobby
Gavilán’s rookie anchors the legendary 1948 Leaf Boxing set.

Rookie & Early Issues
1948 Leaf Boxing (USA): true rookie card.
1951 Topps Ringside (USA): follow-up issue.

Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1948 Leaf Boxing
Rookie Year: 1948
Recent Notable Sales: 1948 Leaf (PSA 8) — $2,650 (2024)

Legacy
Stylish and tough, Gavilán’s 1948 Leaf rookie stands as a touchstone of post-war boxing collecting and Cuban excellence.

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