Pétanque/Boules 1910-1925 - Ball





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Lot of 5 antique pétanque boules in a copper alloy (bronze and brass) dating from c. 1910–1925, with a patina and traces of oxidation, sizes 73–75 mm (largest) and 65 mm (smallest); weights 458 g (smallest), 694 g with FF letters and number 18, and 641, 661, 670 g for the triple set, total 3122 g, showing artisanal manufacture with visible fill holes and ideal for collection or decoration.
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Set of 5 antique pétanque balls made of copper alloy (bronze and brass), dated the early 20th century, around 1910-1925.
Old craftsmanship; the filling holes are still visible, which confirms artisanal production, before the industrialization of modern balls.
Diameter: about 73 to 75 mm and 65 for the smallest
Weight: the small one = 458 grams, 694 grams with the letters FF (Fédération Française and No. 18), the triple (641,661,670).
Total weight = 3122 grams
Condition: old patina with traces of oxidation (verdigris), normal wear due to age and use. No aggressive cleaning performed to preserve authenticity.
Ideal for collection, decoration
Hello,
Set of 5 antique pétanque balls made of copper alloy (bronze and brass), dated the early 20th century, around 1910-1925.
Old craftsmanship; the filling holes are still visible, which confirms artisanal production, before the industrialization of modern balls.
Diameter: about 73 to 75 mm and 65 for the smallest
Weight: the small one = 458 grams, 694 grams with the letters FF (Fédération Française and No. 18), the triple (641,661,670).
Total weight = 3122 grams
Condition: old patina with traces of oxidation (verdigris), normal wear due to age and use. No aggressive cleaning performed to preserve authenticity.
Ideal for collection, decoration

