A. G. Spalding & Bros., Recreational Fluorescent Yellow
Item Specifics:
A. G. Spalding & Bros., Recreational
metal can with paper label from 1970s with 3 fluorescent yellow Pancho Gonzales tennis ball(s)
of Dura Felt construction.
Endorsed by, or as a tribute to Pancho Gonzales.
This particular 'Type 5 - United States Domed Top Can' item is uncommon.
mCat 227.209.5.3
Photo(s) courtesy of Brad McCall
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Blue, white and black can with photo of Pancho in action. White tennis ball image has text “SPALDING Pancho Gonzales” “TENNIS BALLS” in blue text “PRESSURE PACKED – HERMETICALLY SEALED – FACTORY FRESH” “FOR RECREATIONAL PLAY ON ALL COURTS” “Clay – Concrete – Asphalt – Wood – Composition” “LONG WEARING DURA-FELT COVERS” Yellow paper sticker reads “FLUORESCENT YELLOW” The actual can is a Wright & Ditson 259.191.5.3 that has been covered by a paper label.