What is hickok belt?

The Hickok Belt is a trophy awarded annually from 1950 until 1976 to the professional American heavyweight boxing champion of the world. The belt was named after its first recipient, Wild Bill Hickok, a legendary cowboy and gunfighter of the American West. The tradition of awarding the belt was started by the Hickok Sports Magazine, a popular sports publication of the mid-20th century. The design of the Hickok Belt featured a silver-plated buckle with the champion's name engraved on it, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The belt was highly coveted by boxers as a symbol of their achievement and was often worn proudly by champions during public appearances. The last recipient of the Hickok Belt was Muhammad Ali in 1976, after which the tradition was discontinued. The belt is now considered a valuable collector's item and has been sold for high prices at auctions.