Objet d'Art 'Dimples' Golf Ball Trinket Box

Beginning in the 17th century, wooden balls were used as golf balls until the featherie was invented adding a exciting element to the game. A featherie is a hand sewn leather pouch stuffed with chicken or goose feathers and coated with paint. The small indentations called dimples aerodynamically help the ball fly farther. The modern ball typically has 450 dimples. Made 100% by hand, this vintage trinket box is just what any confirmed golfer need in their curio cabinet!