Gary Player Signed 1974 'The World Of Golf 1974' Hardcover Book
This lot features a first edition hardcover copy of The World of Golf 1974, published by A Golf World Publication in Southern Pines, North Carolina. The front cover of the dust jacket is signed in black felt-tip marker by professional golfer Gary Player. The signature is placed prominently across the center-left of the cover illustration. This annual publication serves as a comprehensive review of the 1974 professional golf season, detailing major championships, international events, and women's professional golf. The front cover art depicts Player in a full swing, dressed in his signature black outfit and a patterned flat cap. The back cover features Johnny Miller in a putting stance wearing plaid trousers. Notable internal content includes a feature article titled The Agony of Victory by Ron Coffman, which chronicles Player's victory at the Open Championship at Royal Lytham and St Annes. The book contains various photographic illustrations and a detailed table of contents. James Spence Authentication (JSA) has reviewed these signatures and their auction letter of authenticity will come with this lot.
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