2017 January Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/29/2017
Young's Golf Tees Dilators - F.E. Young & Co. - "Also May Be Used As Catheter Plugs"
Here we have a rather unusual lot for bidders. 7 Young's golf tees are offered here, and as you can see on the original packaging, they were also promoted as rectal dilators/catheter plugs. It was believed by some people in the medical profession in the nineteenth century that rectal dilation could cure any number of ailments from constipation to neurosis. A truly unique lot for bidders is offered here.
**THE LEE CRIST "MR. TEE" COLLECTION**
Since joining The Golf Collectors Society in 1987, Lee Crist has made his montra with the golf tee. And what a display it has been encompassing a plethora of different composites, shapes, colors and manufacturers. The Crist collection includes the earliest and most desired implements for 'teeing up" a golf ball which are known as sand molds, the precursors to the modern wood or plastic staples in today's game. The Golf Auction is honored to have spent some time in Lee's home learning the nuances of golf tee collecting from the hobbies ultimate expert. We are pleased to offer some of his favorite golf treasures in this auction.
Please note: This auction will end at 7:00pm EST on Sunday, January 29th with EXTENDED BIDDING to follow. All items in the auction will remain open until no items have received a bid within a 15 minute time period. All lots are free to be bid on until extended bidding has ended
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