Description
Navy blue, England Test blazer. Three silver colour metal buttons on front and cuffs. Six pockets. Raised embroidered England emblem of the three lions and crown to breast pocket. Lining embossed with motif, linked S & D. Maker’s label on inner pocket. With a short note of provenance from his widow, Mrs Vivien Close.
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Lot 774:
Dennis Brian Close. Yorkshire, Somerset & England 1949-1977. England home navy blue Test blazer, by Simpson of Piccadilly, worn by Close during his England playing career. With raised embroidered England emblem of the three lions and crown to breast pocket. Small minor hole to lower front of the blazer otherwise in good condition. Sold with a short note of provenance from his widow, Mrs Vivien Close - cricket
Estimate: £250/350
Hammer price: £400
