(Item 157)

Step back into the mid-1870s with this exquisite piece of J.M. Brunswick & Balke Co Billiards history. This original circa 1875 letterhead features authentic, handwritten correspondence from a traditional ink well, offering a rare “snapshot” of the company’s administrative elegance just before the landmark merger with Balke. Slightly more compact than later versions, this document is a premier candidate for museum-quality framing and high-end billiard room decor.

Item Details:

  • Manufacturer: J.M. Brunswick & Balke Co.

  • Date: Circa 1875

  • Medium: Period Paper & Original Dip-Pen Ink

  • Dimensions: 9 1/2″ H x 6″ W

  • Condition: Antique / Excellent Archival Quality

Finding business correspondence from 1875 is a distinct rarity for the Brunswick collector. This specific letterhead captures the transition of the “Billiard King” empire during its rapid expansion across America. The elegant typography and original ink script provide a level of provenance and historical gravity that simply cannot be replicated. It is a sophisticated addition to any collection of Gilded Age sporting memorabilia or professional office display.

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