2018 November Golf Memorabilia Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/18/2018
Bobby Jones & O.B. Keeler Signed & Dated 'Down the Fairway' Book - 1940
Bobby Jones was the winner of an astonishing 13 majors in eight years (1923-1930). This instructional book was authored in the midst of that fame featuring insight into the young Jones' life and golf theories. The offered book is the fourth printing November, 1930 edition which remains intact and in good condition (edge wear; fine internally). Bobby Jones' play during this the Golden Age of Sport was the rage and the publicity generated by friend, confidant and editor O.B. Keeler enabled Jones' to become the most influential American golfer in the history of the sport.'Down The Fairway' remains one of the most sought after books when it comes to collecting golf books. This edition has been extremely enhanced by the bold flowing fountain pen signatures of Jones and Keeler. With Jones full name desired vintage signature "For Angus Pfaff With Best Wishes Robert T. Jones Jr." and Keeler's perfect autograph penned "Best of luck, always! O.B. Keeler". A wonderful opportunity presents itself here to obtain the united signatures from this dynamic duo of the golf links during the apex of the game in the roaring twenties. James Spence Authentication (JSA) provides a letter of authenticity for the O.B. Keeler and Bobby Jones signatures.
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