1989 Ryder Cup at The Belfry Trophy Awarded to PGA President Jimmy Ray Carpenter
Unreservedly stunning and endlessly intricate is this gold plated official 1989 Ryder Cup Trophy showcasing the master craftsman engravings of Payne Stewart and the eleven other United States player and Captain Ray Floyd facsimile signatures wrapped around the matching gold plated plinth band. Centered is the stacked 'James Ray Carpenter - The Belfry - 1989' on this seldom seen prize only issued to players, captains and PGA Presidents. Trophy recipient James Ray Carpenter was PGA of America President in 1987-1988 and offered his leadership and experience to Team USA during the 1989 Ryder Cup. Ray Carpenter applied 'both homespun wit and counsel to become a respected leader within the golf industry' as stated by the PGA of America website. Difficult to look away from, this Ryder Cup exudes excellence in the classic trophy design that Samuel Ryder began in 1927. Precious metal makers marks are found upon examination on the bowl and at the bottom of the band. "The Ryder Cup" is also carefully added to the back side of the bowl in stylized deep engraving.
This contest represented only the second Ryder Cup matches that ended in a draw, with the European team retaining the cup after their victory in 1987. The United States won the final four matches to tie up the overall contest at 14-14. This example of the prestigious dual-handled trophy with a removable top, similar to Payne Stewart's player version for instance, is 12" tall including the five-tiered wooden base. This example remains in excellent condition on its 25th year anniversary, as depicted in lot photos. This centerpiece is deserving of inclusion in the finest golf collections of the world, be it private or that of institutional or public nature.
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