Beach balls have a long history. They came to be in 1938 in California and were the idea of Jonathon DeLonge. Apparently, they were the size of a hand back then.
How old is the beach ball?
ChaCha Answer: The beach ball was invented by Jonathon DeLonge in 1938 in California.
What were beach balls made for?
Their light weight and stability make beach balls ideal for trained seals to balance on their noses, which has become an iconic scene. Beach balls are also a popular prop used in swimsuit photography and to promote or represent beach-themed events or locations.
