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Jefferies & Co. London 1915 Wooden Tennis Racquet Gold Medal Ruby Model NICE!
Estimated price for orientation: 19 $
Category: Fine Racquets
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Jefferies & Co. Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom Model: Gold Medal Ruby
The Jefferies Co. also known as Jefferies & Malings is a very old British racket maker, one of the earliest makers. They made the first rackets for lawn tennis inventor (or at least marketer) Walter Clopton Wingfield. 1877. This Racquet is a 1914/1915 Model Gold Medal Ruby, made in London. Has markings on the throat, stamped on the side and on the end butt. Still strung with what may be the original strings (they look old!) Winding is fully intact. No obnoxious scuffs with some signs of use. Stamped J H Hargreaves on throat side b, Probably was a retailers name. This Racquet is an antique and very collectible. No attempt to clean or refinish. Auction has no reserve.
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| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Jefferies & Co. |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | United Kingdom | Model: | Gold Medal Ruby |