GOLF TREASURES:
YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

I have around 350 old mesh golfballs.Some of which are very old with distinct patterns and markings,would they be worth anything and how much
Pete

Dale Concannon writes:

Such is the popularity of golf that enthusiasts have collected items connected with the game – known as 'golfiana' – for many years now. However, despite what you may have heard about thousands of pounds being paid at auction for old clubs, balls, books, balls etc., the reality is only a small percentage of items are worth more than a nominal amount. That said, there is nothing connected with golf, no matter how remotely, that is not of interest to some enthusiast. Collectibility, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder and what might be looked upon as a real 'find' by one collector can be dismissed as worthless by another. Therefore when judging the financial value of your golfing item/s you have to bare this important fact in mind. What I have done is offer an estimate of its value but to the right collector it might be worth more and to the wrong one less. That is the fun of golfing antiques.

Regarding your golfing item/s:

Mesh patterned golf balls from the 1930's are rising in value but condition is vital. They should be in good to mint condition and should retain most of their original paint. At auction, the average value ranges from £3 to £10 but should you have any balls with slightly more unusual patterns, they could be worth a lot more. ((But for that , I would need photographs.) So with 350 you have quite a collection