Lot # 119: Leslie Balfour-Melville's 1892 British Amateur Semi-Finalist Medal

Starting Bid: $300.00

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Item was in Auction "Spring 2021 Auction",
which ran from 3/24/2021 7:00 PM to
4/10/2021 7:00 PM



Offered here is Leslie Balfour-Melville's actual semi-finalist medal from the 1892 British Amateur - a tournament he would eventually win in 1895. Leslie Balfour-Melville was one of the greatest Scottish athletes of all-time. He won competitions in not only golf, but was Captain of the Scottish National cricket team and was an international union rugby player. He also competed at a high level in tennis, ice skating, curling, long jumping, and billiards. 

This 1892 British Amateur semi-finalist medal measures 1 3/4" x 1 3/4" with a 4" long ribbon. Engraved on reverse with tournament details.