Billy Casper’s 1965 Vardon Trophy
BILLY CASPER COLLECTION
Billy Casper was one of the all-time greats. During his career, he won an astonishing 51 times on the PGA Tour, the 7th most in history. That is more than Walter Hagen, Phil Mickelson, Gene Sarazen, Tom Watson, Lee Trevino and Gary Player. It is no wonder that despite those 51 victories, including 3 Majors, golf historians still consider Casper perhaps the most underrated golfer ever.
We can all agree that Billy Casper was a great golfer; but let’s be clear on one thing – he was an even better person. Though we don’t usually do this, let us share a little info on our business dealings with Billy before he passed away. Billy Casper first reached out to us in early 2014 about what to do with his collection. When we promised him a sizeable six figure cash advance, he told us to come visit him – and to bring our checkbook. We then flew out to Utah to meet with Billy, his wife Shirley, and several of his children. After agreeing to a plan for Casper’s collection, we pulled out that checkbook to write one of our largest checks ever…and Billy Casper told us to give the entire amount to charity.
Like we said, Billy Casper was a great golfer; but he was an even better person. Rest in peace, Billy.
Billy Casper's 1965 Vardon Trophy
Offered here is Billy Casper’s actual 1965 Vardon Trophy (then called Harry E. Radix Trophy). The Vardon Trophy is famously awarded to the best golfer of the year (by scoring average). It has been awarded annually since 1937. This silver plate trophy measures 11 ¾” tall.
Letter of Authenticity from the Casper Family