Historic 1911 Chick Evans Trophy

from inaugural tournament at National Golf Links

         This is a wonderful trophy award given to Chick Evans for his runner up finish in the 1911 President's Cup, which was the opening tournament for members at the fabled National Golf Links of America which opened just a few short weeks earlier. The private club has been called "America's snootiest golf course" due to its exclusive nature, and has been a fixture within Gold Digest's Top 20 courses since it's inception. Designed by C.B. Macdonald, N.G.L.A. is regarded as one of the most beautiful courses in the United States. Evans, winner of 2 US Amateurs and a US Open, was a force in early 20th century American golf. This award was won in the first year he played in a Major as a 21 year old. The box measures 5 1/2" x 2 3/4' x 1 3/4" and is silverplate. The scenes on the box are symbolic of the clubs Dutch roots which are carried through in their crest.