Ernie Els said there is only one birdie in a Golf ball. On the pro tours a ball would only last around 6 holes, because the cover is so soft (Titlesit Pro V 1, Callaway HX, Taylormade TP) and the grooves are so sharp. An amateur could basically use a golf ball until they lose it. A golf ball if hit continously, depending on what type it is could last around 20 rounds before it would become dead.
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From a premium golf ball you would get about 1 full round before it shows heavy signs of wear. For a cheaper golf ball you could get 2-3 rounds. To be honest, you could probably get around 500 full shots out of a golf ball before performace would be poor, but you wouldn't want to.
Golf balls are designed to last for years unless they are stored in an environment where extreme temperatures occur. Keeping golf balls in a cool, dry place should help preserve them.
I think it depends on the brand of the golf balls.
For Titleist golf balls, it can be stored safely for 5 years and more.