Rare Golf Ball Appraisal

Vintage Slazenger New Skore 18 Golf Ball with Original Box

This item consists of a vintage Slazenger 'New Skore 18' golf ball, presented with its original cardboard packaging. The golf ball itself is a pale yellow or 'off-white' color, featuring a dimpled surface typical of golf balls. Visible markings on the ball include the brand name 'Skore' in red lettering, and the number '18' in black, matching the number on the box. The ball appears to be in good vintage condition, retaining its original color, though some minor discoloration or age-related patina may be present on close inspection. It is nestled in a piece of crumpled, light brown tissue paper, likely its original protective wrapping. The accompanying box is a small, cube-shaped cardboard container, printed primarily in light blue and white. The top and sides of the box clearly display 'NEW SKORE' and '18', along with the manufacturer's name 'SLAZENGER' in smaller print. The design suggests a mid-20th century aesthetic, possibly 1950s or 1960s. The box shows significant signs of age and wear, including creasing, tearing particularly along the edges and corners, and some overall discoloration or fading, indicative of its vintage nature and storage conditions. Despite the wear, the graphics on the box are still largely legible. The craftsmanship of both the ball and the packaging points to standard industrial production of the era. The condition of the box, with its visible damage, suggests it has been handled and stored for a considerable period, yet it remains intact enough to house the ball.