Ex-Heritage Auction Sale. "Frank Erne 1897 Fight Worn Gloves From The George Dixon Bout Frank Erne was born in Zurich, Switzerland in 1875. He began his professional boxing career in 1894 and fought for 14 years. Erne was one of the greats of the late 19th and early 20th century. He won the World Lightweight Title in 1899 and held it for three years. He defeated most of the greats in his division including George Dixon, George McFadden and Jack Skelly. Presented here are the fight worn gloves used by Frank Erne in his fight 25 round fight with "Little Chocolate" George Dixon on April 7, 1897. The gloves have no manufacturer's label and still have the original laces. There is a tear on the palm of the right hand glove. These gloves originated from the collection of trainer Jimmy DeForest and were procured from one of his relatives." This description was the same when original sold, however we have removed the plaque made for the shadow box, which had the incorrect date of the fight engraved. These are from the 2nd Fight between the two and comes with a great COA. From the George Cloos.