Collectors 'must have' Leather - Presidents Rugby Ball. Since the inception of Rugby Football Union in 1823 Gilbert have been making the finest footballs in the world. Gilbert Rugby celebrated their 180-year anniversary in 2003 as the Official Ball to Rugby World Cup. To celebrate Gilbert's involvement in the tournament and it's long standing rugby traditions Gilbert hand crafted 100 limited edition navy & tan leather match balls. Certificate is included that authenticates that the ball is 1 of 100 made. Brand new, uninflated & in presentation packaging, as shown in photo.