{"product_id":"soviet-billiard-ball-no-1-russian-pyramid-68mm","title":"Vintage Soviet Billiard Ball No. 1 – Russian Pyramid, 68 mm, 362 g Composite","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Soviet billiard ball is ball No. 1 made in the USSR for Russian Pyramid, the traditional Russian billiards game. It is crafted from a dense composite (phenolic resin \/ bakelite-type material), measures 68 mm in diameter and weighs 362 grams, giving it a satisfying heft and a smooth, glossy finish. Over the decades it has developed a warm yellowish-cream patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Billiard ball for Russian Pyramid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 (recessed numeral)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68 mm (2.68 in), measured with calipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 362 g (0.80 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage composite \/ phenolic resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine \/ Soviet Union\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in good vintage condition with a natural yellowish-cream patina. It shows genuine signs of age and use, including minor scratches and surface aging, plus small chips and corrosion around the recessed number \"1\"; please examine the close-up photos. Structurally the ball is completely solid, stable and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRussian Pyramid is played on a table with narrow pockets and uses larger balls than American pool, which is why balls like this one measure 68 mm. A single numbered Soviet billiard ball makes an unusual collectible for billiards enthusiasts, a historical display piece, or a distinctive vintage accent for a game room, bar or office shelf. It is also a natural fit for collections of Soviet Union collectibles and Soviet sporting items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678811291797,"sku":"EBAY-406932096527","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-billiard-ball-no-1-russian-pyramid-68mm-1.jpg?v=1791646654","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-billiard-ball-no-1-russian-pyramid-68mm","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}