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Antique 1914 "Rules Governing the Royal Game of Billiards" – Compliments of The Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co.
Description:
Up for sale is a rare, authentic 1914 edition promotional booklet titled "Rules Governing the Royal Game of Billiards", published by the iconic Brunswick-Balke-Collender Co. out of Chicago. This piece of billiards history was distributed directly from their Home Billiard Department on Wabash Ave.
Aside from containing comprehensive rules for carom and pocket billiards of the era, this piece doubles as a beautiful advertising catalog, featuring gorgeous illustrations and text showcasing vintage home tables like The "Kling" and The "Westminster" Regulation Billiard Tables.
• Publication Date: Copyrighted April 1914
• Printer Details: Designed, Engraved, and Printed by Schlau, Burnett & Co., Chicago
• Features: Includes rules for various games (Carom, Fifteen-Ball Pocket Billiards, Cowboy, Rotation, etc.) alongside detailed illustrations for technical shots (like the "Draw Shot") and promotional material for the "Home Circle."
Condition Report:
This booklet is in good antique condition considering it is over 110 years old.
• Cover: Showing light, uniform age toning, mild corner wear, and spine stressing consistent with age. There is minimal structural separating at the spine edge, but the booklet remains fully intact.
• Interior Pages: Remarkably clean with crisp text and bright, unfaded illustrations. No significant tears, major stains, or heavy foxing noted.
• Please review all high-resolution photos provided to assess the exact physical condition.
Shipping & Handling:
Ships securely inside a protective sleeve and rigid cardboard mailer to ensure it arrives in the exact condition pictured. Tracked shipping included.
