Antique Hand Stitched Leather Baseball Circumference 9\" Raised Seam 1900s-1930s For Sale

Up for sale is a stunningly weathered, authentic antique leather baseball dating from the early 1900s to the 1930s era. This regulation-sized piece features traditional two-piece leather construction connected by incredibly distinct, raised, thick hand-stitching. Unlike modern tightly rolled machine seams, these high, prominent ridges provided players of the dead-ball and early live-ball eras with an exaggerated grip.
Condition Details:
• Patina: Beautifully oxidized, darkened tan-brown leather that displays incredible historical character.
• Surface Wear: The leather shows heavy, uniform aging with scuffs, surface abrasions, and superficial linear impact markings from real historical game play or sandlot use.
• Stitching Integrity: Remarkably strong. The thick thread remains entirely tight and unbroken across all panels, safely maintaining the ball’s perfect spherical shape.
• Markings: Any original factory stamps or brand marks (such as Spalding or Reach) have completely worn away from age and play, giving it a classic primitive artifact aesthetic.
Measurements:
• Diameter: Measures approximately 2.75 to 2.8 inches (fully aligns with standard regulation proportions when measured on scale).
Please review the provided multi-angle images closely to fully evaluate the natural surface texture, grain, and seam condition prior to offerding. Stand/ruler is for photographic scaling purposes only and is not included.
Shipping Profile
• Service: USPS Ground Advantage or USPS Priority Mail (Padded Bubble Mailer or Small Box).