Lot 1541:
Antique Hand-Stitched Folk Art Baseball or Softball
Sold for: $35
Description
A single, heavily aged sporting ball, likely dating from the early 20th century or earlier, characterized by its primitive, hand-stitched construction. This item is constructed from multiple panels of a heavily textured, coarse natural material, likely leather or hide, consistent with early recreational or folk art sporting equipment. The ball features two prominent, uneven seams held together by thick, dark stitching. The lack of visible manufacturer markings or franchise identifiers suggests use as early amateur or recreational equipment. The size and construction align with examples identified in web intelligence as both early softballs and large, vintage baseballs, such as those used in the Negro Leagues era.
Condition report:
The packaging exhibits moderate to heavy wear consistent with storage and handling. The Winchester box shows moderate surface wear, creasing, and retains an original Wal-Mart price sticker. The two Federal boxes show heavier surface wear, creasing, and minor tearing. The cartridges themselves are generally bright and clean, showing minimal signs of tarnish or corrosion. The lot contains mixed headstamps, indicating the cartridges may not be factory-original to the specific boxes they are currently contained within, though they are all the correct caliber and bullet weight as advertised on the packaging.
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