Lot #578 - Ross’s Patent “The ‘Home’ Press” golf ball mould, circa 1890s
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Auction House:Mossgreen
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Sale Name:Sporting Memorabilia
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Sale Date:10 May 2016 ~ 9am - Session One: Lots 1 - 240
10 May 2016 ~ 12.30pm - Session Two: Lots 241 - 577
10 May 2016 ~ 4pm - Session Three: Lots 578 - 807 -
Lot #:578
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Lot Description:Ross’s Patent “The ‘Home’ Press” golf ball mould, circa 1890s
Comprising three elements, the base, the cup, and the arm with an encapsulated mould with a moulded mesh pattern. -
Notes:A rare item that seldom comes to auction, especially in this condition. This press was used to remake old or damaged gutta-percha golf balls at the turn of the 19th/20th Century.
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Estimate:A$1,000 - 1,500
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Realised Price:
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Category:Collectables
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.