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Johnny Carey green Republic of Ireland v. Spain and Portugal International Cap 1947-48

Hammer Price:
£1,200
Estimated Price:

£1,200 - £1,800

Johnny Carey green Republic of Ireland v. Spain and Portugal International Cap 1947-48, in green velvet with gold braid trim and tassel with the game details embroidered, again in gold braid on the panels along with the FAI badge and years, which are detailed on the peak. The cap velvet is faded and the lining and braid are in good condition.  

The cap represents Carey's 14th and 15th International appearances for the Republic, in the match against Portugal played on 23rd May in Lisbon, Portugal defeated Ireland 2-0 and and in the match against Spain played on 30th May in Barcelona, Spain defeated Ireland 2-1. 

The following lots 737 to 742 relate to the career of Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Manchester United legend Johnny Carey 

Provenance: By family descent to present owner.