Back Lot Number: 565  
     

Lot 565
 
Description: Incised ring decorated baseball bat in custom wood box c.1880s. Fine quality 34 ½” hand turned bat features incised dual rings and a singular ring on the barrel. Beautiful wood grain patterns are enhanced by original finish that appears largely undisturbed by minimal use. Pronounced lathe marks appear on both ends and a faint mark has been etched into the handle that reads “#5 Hiker & Son”. Bat is housed in custom wood box that bears a period shipping label on the lid in which it was found. Quality workmanship in an outstanding state of preservation: Bat: EX-MT, Box: VG-EX
Sold For: $800.00

 
Estimated Price: ($1,000.00-$1,500.00)  
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