John (Jock) Govan a blue No.2 Scotland v. Wales match worn long-sleeved shirt, 1947

John (Jock) Govan a blue and white No.2 Scotland v. Wales match worn long-sleeved shirt, 1947, Umbro, 38, with button-up collar and embroidered cloth badge, inscribed S v W, 1947-48, staining to collar and number

The above shirt was worn by Govan on his International debut, in the above match played on 12th November 1947 at Hampden Park, Wales defeated Scotland 2-1

Provenance: Christie's South Kensington, Football Memorabilia including the John (Jock) Govan Collection, 27th March 2002, Lot 60

The following lots 160 to 164 relate to the career Hibernian and Scotland International Jock Govan

John (Jock) Govan was an ideally built, sound and un-compromising player, born in Larkhall, Lanarkshire on the 16 January 1923, his playing career began with Larkhall Thistle before joining Hibernian in 1942, a key part of the Hibs success in the late 1940s early 1950s. He made six full International appearances for his country and played twice for The Scottish Football League.