This Pinhurst Course No2 map is signed by upwards 80 Tour players, Hall of Fame members, and a few other notable figures. These autographs were likely collected shortly after the map’s printing. Pinehurst No. 2, founded in 1907, is described on the map as being in use for "over 70 years." This suggests a printing date between 1978 and 1980. The signatures were likely acquired in Pinehurst during various Hall of Fame ceremonies, as the World Golf Hall of Fame was located there from 1974 until 1997, when it moved to Florida. Some signatures, were likely added during visits to Pinehurst after 1997.

Among the many remarkable autographs is that of astronaut Alan Shepard, the only man to hit a golf ball on the moon. Another standout is the intricate and stylish signature of Richard Petty, the legendary King of NASCAR, complete with his iconic "#42."  Numerous World Golf Hall of Fame members have signed the map, from Henry Cotton to Louise Suggs. The collection also includes a host of prominent and popular Tour pros, such as Al Geiberger, famously known as "Mr. 59," and Don January. Groundbreaking figures like Pete Brown, the first Black golfer to win a PGA Tour event, and Lee Elder, the first Black golfer to compete in the Masters, are also represented. The sheer volume of autographs has led to signatures spread across the entire map including a few in the darker areas. Note that some of these autographs a quite rare, and many of the signatories are no longer with us.  

The map is mounted on a green mat board that fits perfectly within a two-handled wood-framed serving tray, which appears to be its original presentation.  There is no glass on this tray, so a piece of UV or Museum glass is recommended to cover the signatures.  The wood frame is made to accept glass, and the frame can be displayed vertically or, given the handles, horizontally. 

There is a slight yellow stain at the top of the map surrounding Buddy Allen’s signature. Allen’s story is extraordinary: after serving in Vietnam, he returned to the U.S. and entered the 1971 Greater Greensboro Open as a Monday qualifier. He won a three-way playoff that Monday and went on, all 145-pounds of him, to win the event outright.

This collection offers countless fascinating stories behind the autographs, many of which are from major champions. Zoom in on the attached images to take a nostalgic journey through golf’s storied past and appreciate the rich history captured in this unique piece of memorabilia.