Tony Jacklin's 1989 Ryder Cup
Waterford Crystal Etched Tray
TONY JACKLIN COLLECTION

Tony Jacklin was the most celebrated British golfer of his generation. He was the first European player to win on the U.S. tour since the 1920s with his victory at the 1968 Jacksonville Open Invitational.  Jacklin then went on to win the 1969 Open Championship and 1970 U.S. Open. Even so, Jacklin is likely even more well-known today for his involvement in the Ryder Cup. He participated in 7 consecutive Ryder Cup Matches as a player, and then went on to Captain the European team 4 more times. It is his role as Ryder Cup Captain for which he is most revered in Britain. Jacklin led his team to its first victory in 28 years at the 1985 Ryder Cup, and then shocked the world by leading Europe to victory again in 1987 - Europe’s first-ever victory on U.S. soil. His career also included “the Concession” at the 1969 Ryder Cup, and an induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2002.

Tony Jacklin's 1989 Ryder Cup Waterford Crystal Etched Tray

The 1989 playing of the Ryder Cup was significant in that it was only the second time the event finished in a 14-point draw and the first time that a Ryder Cup contested on European soil was televised in the United States. Offered here is a rare Waterford Crystal Etched Tray commemorating that 1989 Ryder Cup and presented to Tony Jacklin. The etching features a Claret Jug flanked by scrolled listings of both the American and European team members and “1989 Ryder Cup – The Belfry”. Measures 13 3/4" in diameter.

Letter of Authenticity from Tony Jacklin