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Rare and Important Velzy and Jacobs Balsa Wood Surfboard - Signed, 1956 Venice California
$7,900List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Velzy Surfboards (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 120 in (304.8 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1956
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Rarely does a board survive in this condition. It is amazing to us that this board is in original unrestored condition with only one balsa cut-out repair which was executed perfectly. There are only a couple of dime size dings and light surface scratches in the gloss coat along with minor wear consistent with age and use.. There is nothing to distract from this almost 60 year old surfboard. A real gem.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9219991580
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