2021 December Memorabilia Auction - Closing Date 12/12/21
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/12/2021
Lee Elder Signed Masters Logo Golf Ball with '75' Inscription
The trailblazing Lee Elder was invited to join Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player as the 10th Masters Tournament Honorary Starter, one of Augusta National's great traditions during the first week of April dating back to 1963. Elder was of course the first African-American to play in the Masters Tournament in 1975, gaining the invitation after claiming victory on the PGA Tour at the 1974 Monsanto Open. Dallas, Texas' own, Elder, had four PGA Tour wins and a member of the victorious 1979 Ryder Cup United States Team. Preferred by many collectors is this clean Masters logo ball signed by one of the first faces you will see in Masters and golf history books for generations to come. Not only did Elder sign it with conscious positioning right above the logo, but added to the presentation value with a '75' inscription just below as well. While he was not able to hit the shot this past year with the other Honorary Starters due to his declining health, his impact across the world of sport was again deservingly brought to the forefront. James Spence Authentication (JSA) has reviewed this signature and their auction letter of authenticity will come with this lot.
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