Collecting Golf Cards By George Petro The golf collecting world is abuzz with regards to early 2023 auction results for encapsulated or “slabbed” cards, photos and tickets that have been examined by experts and then sealed in tamper resistant plastic cases, labeled for condition (Grade 1-10) or as “Authentic”, and assigned a cataloged unique serial number. Slabbing usually increases the […]
Author Archive: Jim Davis
the ghs ambassador program
Purpose The GHS Ambassador Program has been created to identify GHS members in each region who will assist their Regional Director to (1) recruit new members, (2) enhance membership value by helping organize local and regional activities, and (3) obtain financial support for the Society. The Program will also assist in leadership development and succession planning for the GHS by identifying enthusiastic and effective members who would […]
italian-american golf legend gene sarazen highlighted in america domani magazine
Gene Sarazen was one to make history for his golfing prowess and his invention of the sand wedge. Writer John Roche developed this profile for America Domani magazine. Click here for the story.
video flyover of ron lyons golf car collection
Every August, Ron Lyons of Canada hosts the annual Canadian Hickory Open Championship on his Legends Golf Course in Edmonton. He is also a GHS member and golf collector of the first order with many dozens of clubs, balls, tees, books… you name it. The item that sets him apart from most others is his passion for golf cars, especially […]
golf historian pete trenham receives distinguished service award
Peter Trenham, a Golf Heritage Society member for many years, was honored on Oct. 26, 2022, by the Golf Association of Philadelphia with its Distinguished Service Award. This award is bestowed upon individuals who have exemplified the spirit of the game of golf at its highest level and who have made a substantial contribution to the game locally, nationally or internationally. […]