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British Open Champion Henry Cotton's Passport

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Sale 385: Fine Golf Books & Collectibles: The Collection of Charles C. Ratigan (#385) 08/14/2008 1:00 PM PDT Closed
Starts Ending 08/14/2008 1:00 PM PDT

Lot #75 British Open Champion Henry Cotton's Passport

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Estimate: $600 - $900

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Title:

British Open Champion Henry Cotton's Passport

Author:

Cotton, Henry

Place Published:

United Kingdom

Date Published:

Issued May 6, 1969

Description:

[32] pp. With snap shot photo of Mr. Cotton mounted inside. Also, signed by Cotton on special label, which has been stamped on to the page facing photo; front cover with Cotton's hand-written name label. 5¾x4, dark blue cloth, decoratively stamped and lettered in gilt.

Sir Henry Thomas Cotton (1907–1987) was a prominent British golfer of the 1930s and 1940s. A three time British Open Champion, winning in 1934, 1937 and 1948. Numerous rubberstamps from various destinations, throughout. Lists occupation inside as: Golfer-Journalist.

Condition:

Top front corner cut-off (prior to issue of new passport), some rubbing and edge wear; still good.

Item#:

194345

Headline:

Henry Cotton's British Passport, signed & photo
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