This one is often referred to as a "Pumpkin" ball due to its wider than tall shape. The proper name would be Pleat Point Five Inch. This one is unembossed. See Terry D's photo of a 5 1/2 inch SCA Pleat Pointed Ball with embossing around the collar: [id=276561080] The patent from July 3rd, 1877 was issued to Charles Smith, and can be seen here: http://reference.insulators.info/patents/detail/?patent=U-192628