1961 Australia v West Indies Test Match Allowances Ledger

Australia V West Indies fifth test match (10th - 15th Feb. 1961) hand-written 'Allowances' ledger sheet (double page) listing the Australian players, the umpires and officials, how much they were paid and signed by each recipient. Simpson, who top-scored in both innings received a cheque for £99/5/- Richie Benaud (Captain) received a cheque for £99/5/- Wally Grout £99/5/- Lindsay Kline £85/-/-. The sheet is only slightly damaged, there is no loss of detail and the players signatures are all clear. A fascinating and extremely rare document. Provenance: The bill Jacobs collection.