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Dents can be taken out nice and easy, though at a real cost, likely $1500. I was very tempted to buy, I bid pretty high. What are everyone's thoughts on value? The ball dates to c.1870 not c.1890 I would think, despite the history provided, given H style, size, "base ball", and content.
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I thought 2 to 2500. Worth getting repaired. Definitely earlier than described. 1870s when that type of ball was being used.
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Who bought it?
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That's a fun show to watch, but I wouldn't let him touch it with a 10' pole.
Everything he restores looks ridiculously new... like it was just created yesterday. I guess it's great for Coke Machines and Cars... but (if restored) this piece would need to go to a real specialist. |
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We were enthralled by this piece from the moment it hit ebay and toyed with the idea of bidding all along.
For some historical perspective and for the sake of dating, we believe that the scene engraved on the ball depicts the Great Sioux Uprising that took place in Minnesota in 1862. If so, than the size and style of the ball matches perfectly to the era in which it was created...within a few years for sure. I would like to believe that with some research into Minnesota's state history the new owner will be able to come up with some rich history behind their new acquisition. JP www.dugouttreaures.com |
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Quote:
http://www.netstate.com/states/mottoes/mn_motto.htm Last edited by pariah1107; 12-01-2012 at 09:50 AM. |
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Thanks for that informative, if not forcefull correction...I'm sure we all appreciate it.
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The ball and engraving are absolutely beautiful. I am envious of the person who now owns it. |
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