GoldSmith-made “Official 97 League” baseballs were a long-running model dating from the 1930s and into the 19450s. Based upon the manufacturer’s stamp in the north panel combined with the presence of the patent statement beneath the model stamp, this one dates to late in the war (1944-45). In addition to the ball’s specifications and patent … Continue reading 1945 GoldSmith “Official 97 League” VS-57 Baseball