Rare cast-iron "baseball' that was once adorned the famed marble rotunda at Ebbets Field. Original Ebbets Field stadium artifacts are scarce and this is one of several examples we know of that was miraculously saved following the demolition of the park in 1960. The offered "baseball" is an especially fine example because it retains nearly all of its original white paint, albeit with wear one would expect from an exposed stadium piece (the most noticeable flaws most likely occurred during the demolition). The concave reverse displays normal oxidation and there are two holes along the perimeter that were used for its original mounting. Lot measures 5.5" in diameter and weighs 3lbs 2oz.  An outstanding and highly decorative display piece originating from one of baseball's most venerable stadiums of yore.