Were L1 Leather premiums issued in two different sizes?
 

An auction house currently is selling individually a complete set of 1912 L1 Leather premiums. Each of the 25 descriptions says the premium is "Desirable oversized (approx. 10"x14")."

I have three L1 Leathers in my collection, and not one of them comes close to measuring 10 x 14, even when measuring from the Leather's outermost edges. I've never heard of these being issued in two sizes, nor am I aware of significant size variances.

It's an obscure issue, but does anyone have any insight? Is there a "regular" size of L1 Leathers and an "oversized" version?

Coupon states 10" x 12".

Jeff

All those were available in card, silk, and leather? Wonder if they all got produced. I've been collecting Amherst stuff for many years and have never seen a silk or leather the size of the baseball players. As for size, there was a regular size and a "large" leather for some of the categories, so it makes you wonder if they did make some baseball larges.

Most did, but I have not seen verified examples of everything (i.e. the LL or large large designs noted to be 6 ft square).

Here's a link showing many examples of the natural hide variation. Unfortunately, it does not include Amherst.

http://www.moviecard.com/gallery/leathers/l2.html

Jeff

Thanks, Jeff, those are great. Are those the 6 sq. ft. versions? Anybody else have a collection of leathers (or silks) to share?

Everything shown in that gallery is 10" x 12". I have not seen any true examples of the 6ft leathers.

Jeff

Every thread needs some cards.. Evers Satin..
I have seen leathers that were cut in different shapes, I will look to see if I have any pictures. I have only owned one L1 a Doonin. When leathers still retain their original coloring against a light tan background they are spectacular.
Regardless Leathers and large Satins (silks) are very scarce and among the most attractive Baseball items ever issued.

Nice add with the Evers. I've always liked this Basket Ball Girl silk/satin available on the same coupon.

Jeff

Very cool.