Halex Table Tennis Balls

Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the printed information on the balls. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the printed information on the balls. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the packaging. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the packaging.
Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the printed information on the balls. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the printed information on the balls. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the packaging. Side view of a set of table tennis balls showing the packaging.

Classification

Description

A box containing six, two star table tennis balls. Manufactured by Halex c 1950s, the table tennis balls are made in two halves from cellulose nitrate. The box declares that the balls are 'Specially recommended by Johnny Leach, World Singles Champion 1948-49 & 1950-51. Johnny Leach Always chooses a Halex Ball.'
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Unknown
Manufacturer
Halex

Inscriptions

printed: "Halex Table Tennis Balls. Two Star. Manufactured under strict control and tested at every stage by Halex (a division of the British Xylonite Co. Ltd.) London, England, makers of table tennis balls for over 50 years. Approved by the English Table Tennis Association, and used by leading players throughtout the world." (box)
printed: "Halex ** Made in England. E.T.T.A. Approved." (on each ball)

Object number

AIBDC : 006191

Date

1951 - 1959

Country

UK

Method

vacuum formed

Material

plastic
celluloid - generic term
CN
cellulose nitrate
Dimensions
Diameter
35mm

Colour

white