Lot # 203: Park Mesh Gutty Ball 1898

Category: Antique Golf

Starting Bid: $100.00

Bids: 15 (Bid History)

Time Left: Auction closed

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Item was in Auction "2025 Summer Antiques Auction Hosted by Jeff Ellis",
which ran from 7/17/2025 5:00 PM to
7/27/2025 9:00 PM



This Park molded mesh gutty ball was made in 1898 by Willie Park Jr. in Edinburgh, Scotland. Golf magazine described it as "fine and clearly nicked, of a unique mold, and well painted....It is in all respects a splendid ball..." (June 24, 1898) Golf reported that this was the ball used by Willie Park Jr in the 1898 Open as well as in a big money match with fellow Open Champion, Willie Fernie. 

This particular ball offered here shows use, with several strike marks to the surface, but retains good paint coverage.