Ed Dudley's 1946 Masters Tournament

Player Gift Plate

         In this auction, we have the extreme privilege of offering the personal collection of the late Ed Dudley. In addition to being a 15 time winner on the PGA Tour, Dudley is probably best known for being the 1st Head Pro at Augusta National. Not only was he Head Pro at Augusta, Dudley also competed in every Masters Tournament from 1934 to 1950. Dudley was also the golf coach for Dwight Eisenhower, Bing Crosby and Bob Hope.

        Presented here is former Augusta National Head Professional Ed Dudley's 1946 Masters Tournament gift. This 7 3/4" diameter sterling and china plate was presented to each golfer who participated in the 1946 Masters Tournament. Dudley's name is engraved into the lower portion of the plate. Also, though the sterling silver portion of the trophy is tarnished, silver is very easy to polish, and should clean up beautifully.