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Wales vs. France Paris 1971 - The Grand Slam match ball From John Dawes
Item Number: 1697
Very rarely do items such as this come to the open market, so Spirit of Sport are delighted to offer for sale this exceptional item of Wales Rugby Memorabilia. This is the actual match ball from Wales first Grand Slam in 21 years when beating France 9-5 in a tense game at the Stade Colombes in Paris. The ball is being sold on behalf of the Welsh Captain, John Dawes, who led the team on the day and has kept it ever since as a souvenir of a momentous game in the history of Welsh rugby. It is a French-made white and black Adidas Wallaby stamped AGREE F.F.R and is presented in good condition. John Dawes made his international debut for Wales in 1964 and won a total of 22 caps. Described by commentators as 'one of rugby's great thinkers ... and a master tactician' he captained the Welsh Grand Slam team of 1971, and then became the first Welshman to captain a British Isles Lions touring team leading the Lions to glory in New Zealand in 1971. With this crowning moment Dawes announced his international retirement but he did memorably lead the Barbarians to triumph over the touring All Blacks at Cardiff in 1973 and figured in the move that led to the Gareth Edwards try, considered to be the greatest score of all time. If desired the ball will be supplied in a freestanding case with a plaque of the customers choice. An absolutely stunning item of Wales memorabilia from a legend, John Dawes, that would make a great addition to any collection and a real investment. This item is being sold on behalf of a private collector. It has been authenticated by an industry expert and is supplied with a certificate. It is unlikely the vender will accept a lower figure than the price advertised, however should you wish to make a realistic offer that is near to the asking price, please email sales@spiritofsport.co.uk clearly stating the item number, description and offer.
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