Ruby Goldstein

Ruby Goldstein
Personal information
Nickname
The Jewel of the Ghetto
BornReuven Goldstein
(1907-10-07)October 7, 1907
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedApril 23, 1984(1984-04-23) (aged 76)
Height5 ft 4.5 in (1.64 m)
WeightLightweight
Welterweight
Boxing career
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights61
Wins55
Win by KO39
Losses6
Draws0
No contests0

Reuven "Ruby" Goldstein (October 7, 1907 – April 23, 1984), the "Jewel of the Ghetto", was an American boxer and prize fight referee. He was a serious World Lightweight Championship contender in the 1920s, and became one of U.S. most trusted and respected boxing referees in the 1950s. During his boxing career, he was trained and managed by Hymie Cantor.