Haskins Hoylake 27-1/2 - c1890s, An extremely rare line-cut black gutty golf ball. One is referenced by "Golf in the Making - Henderson/Stirk" as being part of the Wood Collection. Almost void of any paint except for a few flecks and a  few strikes slightly affect the roundness of the ball, but ball marks don't crack the surface.  Beautiful black glossy patina showing a lot of Victorian antique golfing character.  Poles are nicely marked, but show some wear.  Arthur Haskins was a maker of golf balls/clubs and had a shop in Hoylake.  Hoylake is also home of the Royal Liverpool Golf Club ( www.royal-liverpool-golf.com ) and will host the 2006 British Open Championship. Certificate of authenticity (COA) from Sean Arnold (London).

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