Add this rare original felt banner to your collection today.  It was made in the late 1800's-early 1900's by Wright and Ditson.  The company was purchased by Spalding Company in 1896.  All of the letters are hand sewn.  It has all 6 of its tassels-ties on top. Early items from this prestigious university are very difficult to find, especially a banner.  It makes for a great display piece and is perfect for framing.  Thanks for looking and please let us know if you have any additional questions.

The company was founded in 1876 when Albert Spalding was a pitcher and manager of a baseball team in Chicago, the Chicago White Stockings. The company standardized early baseballs and developed the modern baseball bat with the bulge at its apex. In 1892, Spalding acquired Wright & Ditson and A. J. Reach, both rival sporting goods companies