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Lot # 327: 1927 Basketball, "How the Game was Played Nearly 100 Years Ago" Rare Action Photo

Category: Basketball

Starting Bid: $25.00

Bids: 1 (Bid History)

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Item was in Auction "April Collectors Auction 2021",
which ran from 4/8/2021 8:00 PM to
4/24/2021 8:00 PM



Basketball was well established by 1927, but the nature of the game made it almost impossible to photograph. Indoors in the wintertime in an era where both lighting and camera technology were not up to par, getting quality images of basketball games in progress are extremely rare with this one being one of the top examples we have seen. In this view can be seen a basket and early net, the stands, players for both squads, and even some curious students catching a glimpse of the action! Issued by Acme and stamped on the back with a full paper caption.

Size: 8x10
Designation: Vintage 1
Condition: 1.5/5
Quality: 5/5
Overall Grade: 6.5/10

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