Patented 1891 Morrills Patent Football Nosemask

Here we are offering one of the more unusual, and coveted, pieces of antique football equipment. This is the Morrill's Patent Nose Mask which was designed, created and patented by John F. Morrill on September 29, 1891. The example offered here is exceptional not only in it's condition but also rarity. This vintage football noseguard remains in exceptional EX-MT to NR-MT condition. Found with the original head strap still in place, exceptionally clean and with bold markings inside and out. The markings read: “MORRILL'S PATENT NOSEMASK ” on the front and on the inside “PAT’D SEPT 29 1891." An exceptional item for all vintage football collections.