Sam McVey (1884 – 1921)

Nickname: None
Birthplace: Oxnard, California, USA
Weight Class: Heavyweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 63 – 9 – 11 (48 KOs)
Years Active: 1902 – 1921

Biography
A member of the great Black Heavyweight trio alongside Langford and Jeanette, McVey was renowned for his strength and durability. His 1910 100-round draw with Jeanette is legendary.

In the Hobby
McVey’s rookies are rare pre-WWI tobacco prints.

Rookie & Early Issues
1911 Ogden’s Boxing Series (UK): true rookie card.

Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1911 Ogden’s Boxing Series
Rookie Year: 1911
Recent Notable Sales: 1911 Ogden’s (PSA 5) — $5,100 (2024)

Legacy
McVey’s rookie represents courage and class from boxing’s segregated era and is highly prized for its rarity.

Boxer Details

Biography

Sam McVey (1884 – 1921) in the Hobby

Registry Metadata

Rookie & Early Issues

Legacy

Biography

Sam McVey (1884 – 1921) in the Hobby

Registry Metadata

Rookie & Early Issues

Legacy

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