RR Auction: Olympics Auction

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Types of Olympic Memorabilia PARTICIPATION MEDALS Olympic participation medals have their origins with the called ‘commemoratives,’ these medals are presented to Although usually struck in bronze, there have been medals struck in steel, copper, pewter, and other metals as well. These medals can be quite beautiful and feature different designs for each Olympic Games. Highly prized by collectors, participation medals range from very common in availability to exceedingly rare.

OLYMPIC POSTERS Although posters were used to promote the Olympic Games from the very beginning, it was not until the 1912 Stockholm Originally, Olympic posters were a much-needed vehicle windows, and exhibited in train stations worldwide. While only one type of poster was produced for the 1912 Games, more recent Games have seen literally dozens of varieties. Many Olympic posters are beautiful works of art, and while many are quite common, the posters from the early years of the Games are very rare and valuable.

OLYMPIC DIPLOMAS

Modern Olympics in 1896. The diploma designs are truly unique with wonderful graphics, often with bright and vidid ‘winner’s diplomas’ in addition to the participation diplomas diplomas generally differ in design, although that was not always the case. Winner’s diplomas tend to carry a value less than their corresponding winner’s medals, despite being just as rare. As with all Olympic memorabilia, the prices of diplomas have been rising steadily and those from earlier Games are especially desirable.

OLYMPIC TORCHES One of the most dramatic events of an Olympic Games is the Olympic torch relay, which involves thousands of people and covers much of a host country’s geography. No other aspect of an Olympic Games is seen in person by as many people, and it is one of the few chances for an average person to have a sense of involvement with the Games. At times, the relay has also traveled into space, the summit of Mt. Everest, Olympic Torch relay was the 1936 Summer Olympic held Olympia, Greece, site of the ancient Olympics, and carried ignited a huge cauldron at the Olympic stadium. The relay proved to be such a success that it became an integral part of the Olympic Games. The quantity of torches produced for a particular Olympic varies greatly: for some Games only 10 or so torches are made, while for others 10,000 or more are produced. Although some collectors prefer one type or another, the values of Olympic torches do not tend to vary based upon their use in the relay.

“WINNER’S” OR PRIZE MEDALS The ultimate goal for any Olympian is to stand upon the Games’ highest awards—bronze, silver, and gold—are equally prized by collectors. While the Olympic champion is referred to as having received a ‘gold’ medal, the medal is in fact made of silver then gilded with at least six grams of gold. In only four Olympics were gold medals actually stuck in solid gold: 1900, 1904, 1908, and 1912. When the Olympic

medals, the Olympic champion receiving a silver medal and the runner-up receiving a bronze. At the Paris Olympics of -


OLYMPICS AUCTION

Bidding begins January 9. Bidding will close January 16th. In eager anticipation of the upcoming Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, RR Auction is proud to present a special Olympic auction representing over a

century of competition with a curated selection of important memorabilia

that includes Olympic torches, winner’s medals, and ephemera such as posters and pins. Top lots include a Rio 2016 Summer Olympics gold medal,

an incredible Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics winner’s medal display, a Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics gold medal, a Stockholm 1956 Summer Olympics silver medal, and a rare Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics torch. Don’t miss these in-demand items and many more!

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1896

3001. Athens 1896 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Partici-

pation medal issued for the Athens 1896 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 50 mm, 58 gm, by W. Pittner, Austria. The front features a seated Nike holding a laurel wreath over a phoenix emerging from flames, with Acropolis in the background; the reverse bears a star surmounted above five lines of Greek legend set within a laurel wreath. Scattered dents along rim and edge. Starting Bid $200

3002. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal for Firefighting. Winner’s medal issued for

the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 42 mm x 60 mm, 54 gm, by Frederic Vernon, Paris. The front, inscribed “Republique Francaise, Exposition Universelle, Paris 1900,” features a winged goddess scattering laurels over the grounds of the Exposition; the reverse identifies the sport as firefighting, “Concours de Sapeurs–Pompiers,” and depicts a victorious athlete upon a podium with a stadium and the Acropolis in the background. Stamped “Bronze” on an edge. Starting Bid $200

3003. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal. Winner’s

medal issued for the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics. Silver, 42 mm x 60 mm, 55 gm, by Frederic Vernon, Paris. The front, inscribed “Republique Francaise, Exposition Universelle, Paris 1900,” features a winged goddess scattering laurels over the grounds of the Exposition; the reverse identifies the sport as physical exercises and sports, “Exercices Physiques et Sports,” and depicts a victorious athlete upon a podium with a stadium and the Acropolis in the background. Stamped “Argent” on an edge. A highly attractive solid silver winner’s medal from second Summer Olympiad. Starting Bid $200

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3004. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal for Gymnastics (Fete Federale) & Two Related Programs. Winner’s medal issued

1900

for the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 42 mm x 60 mm, 56 gm, by Frederic Vernon, Paris. The front, inscribed “Republique Francaise, Exposition Universelle, Paris 1900,” features a winged goddess scattering laurels over the grounds of the Exposition; the reverse identifies the sport as gymnastics, “XXVI me Fête Fédérale de Gymnastique,” and depicts a victorious athlete upon a podium with a stadium and the Acropolis in the background. Stamped “Bronze” on an edge. Also included ae two original French-language programs related to the Fete Federale gymnastics events at the Paris 1900 Summer Games: a green 4.75 x 8.25 program headed, “Processions and Parades, Instructions, To the Monitors of the Societies invited, Parade of Sunday, June 3rd,” which notes that the “Parade is formed on the Lawn around the Aerostation Park near the lockers. Bombs announce the Rally and immediately all the gymnasts have to go to the training site.” The second program, beige, 5.5 x 9.5, from the “Union of Societies of Gymnastics of France,” is headed “XXVI Fête Fédérale, Paris, June 3 and 4, 1900, Preliminary Ensemble Movements,” with interior detailing group actions and featuring a visually appealing chart of a man performing each movement. Held between July 29 and 30, 1900, the Fete Federale gymnastics event consisted of 16 exercises, with each exercise capable of earning the participant a maximum of 20 points, and a possible total maximum score of 320 points. The events were mostly gymnastic in nature—parallel bars, rings, floor exercise, and so on—but also included a number of athletics events and a weightlifting competition. The third-place winner in the gymnastics event was Frenchman Lucien Démanet (born 1874), the last surviving participant of the 1900 Summer Olympics, who passed away in 1979 at the age of 104. Starting Bid $200

Beautiful complete set of 1900 Exposition Universelle award medals 3005. Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Set of (5) Medals. Rare complete set of the five variations

of non-athletic award medals issued for the Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Internationale, which played host to that year’s Summer Olympics, featuring a gorgeous design by Jules-Clement Chaplain. Includes the bronze medal, silvered bronze medal, gilt bronze medal, solid silver medal, and gilt silver medal (with original leather presentation case and slip). Each measures 63.5 mm in diameter. The fronts depict a profile view of Marianne, the national symbol of the French Republic; the reverses bear an athlete with a torch riding on the back of Nike, the goddess of victory. Each is stamped on the edge with the Paris mint’s cornucopia symbol and metal type. Since this Olympics did not issue participation medals, these non-athletic award medals are used as a placeholder in participation medal collections. With their brilliant Art Nouveau style, these uncommon awards exist as some of the most aesthetically pleasing of all Olympic-related medals. Starting Bid $300

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1900

3006. Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Jury Lapel Badge. Scarce jury lapel badge

from the Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Internationale, which played host to that year’s Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, manufactured by Christofle of Paris, measuring 23 mm x 41 mm, with button closure on reverse. Front of the badge depicts Fame seated on a throne, a palm branch in her right hand and a trumpet in her left, “1900” to the top, “Jury” to the bottom, and the artist’s name along the right edge, “L. Bottee.” These jury badges were used for all events at the Exposition (including the Olympic sports events), and are recognized as the first metal Olympic Games participation badges. Starting Bid $200

3007. Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Diploma. Scarce official

commemorative diploma from the Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle (of which the Summer Olympics were a part), 29.5 x 23, issued by the Department of Commerce, Post and Telegraph Industry and presented to Mr. Saint-Olive, Attache to the Protocol Service. In very good to fine, folded condition, with toning to the bottom edge, and splitting to intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200

3008. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Equestrian Program. Rare official French-language program for the

jumping event as part of the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics equestrian competition, held at the Place de Breteuil on May 29, 1900, 6.25 x 9.5, two pages, with front reading (loosely translated): “Universal Exhibition of 1900…International Competitions of Physical Exercises and Sports, International Equine Concours of the Exhibition of 1900, Organized by the French Equine Society…Barrier Tests.” The program opens to reveal a chart of the 44 participants (back of program features the final six riders), which lists horse names, gender and dress, horse age, and the names of the owners. The chart features the names of the three winning horses and their respective riders/owners: Benton II, Aimé Haegeman of Belgium (gold), Winsor Squire, Georges Van Der Poele of Belgium (silver), and Terpsichore, Louis de Champsavin of France (bronze). In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3009. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Firefighting Participation Medal.

Very rare participation medal issued for firefighting at the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics. Silvered bronze, 50 mm, 60 gm, by Louis Bottee. The front depicts a beautiful raised profile of Marianne, national symbol of the French Republic, wearing a Phrygian cap with crowing rooster, with text to right side, “France”; the reverse features a central shield with raised text, “Exposition Universelle, Manoeuvres d’Incendie, 1900,” with background comprised of a burning building and an assortment of firefighting equipment. The edge is marked “Bronze.” In fine condition. A stunning event medal for one of Olympic history’s most unusual events. Starting Bid $200

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1904

3010. St. Louis 1904 Exposition and Summer Olympics Ticket Booklet. Uncommon

brad-bound ticket booklet for the St. Louis 1904 Exposition and Summer Olympics, 2.75˝ x 5.25˝, containing six sheets of four admission tickets numbered from “256” to “273.” Each ticket reads as follows: “Louisiana Purchase Exposition, Good for One Admission On Day of Year as Shown, Company [ticket number], No. M11068.” The front of the booklet is marked accordingly, issued to Grace Redfield, and approved and signed by E. Horton White. A photo, presumably of Redfield, is affixed to the inside of the front cover. In fine condition, with light wear to the covers.Starting Bid $200

3011. St. Louis 1904 Exposition and Summer Olympics Brooch. Beautiful

gold-plated brooch issued for the St. Louis 1904 Exposition and Summer Olympics, 56 mm x 40 mm, featuring a blue enamel belt border and central multicolored fleur-de-lis with gilt text: “St. Louis, 04.” Reverse features a pin and a Mermod & Jaccard’s stamp. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3012. St. Louis 1904 Exposition P r i z e Me d a l with Box.

Attractive square medal issued at the 1904 Louisiana P u r c h a s e Exposition. Bronze, 66 mm x 66 mm, 187 gm, designed by Adolph A. Weinman and struck by the US Mint at Philadelphia. The front depicts Columbia, with arms spread wide holding the United States flag, beside a youthful maiden representing the Louisiana Purchase Territory; against a rising sun, the girl is disrobing the cloak of France, the material decorated with bees, the emblem of Napoleon, with raised text and date encircling the image, “Universal Exposition–Saint Louis–United States of America, MCMIV.” The reverse shows a large eagle with wings spread above a tablet, “Silver Medal, Louisiana Purchase Exposition,” with two dolphins below symbolizing the nations’ eastern and western boundaries, the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Includes the original maroon presentation case. Weinman later designed the Walking Liberty half-dollar and Mercury dime. An exceedingly early and handsome award. Starting Bid $200

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3013. St. Louis 1904 Summer Olympics Badges. Uncommon pair of

screw-back ‘gold award’ shield badges issued for the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, 85 gm and 88 gm, both 70 mm x 70 mm, designed by Adolph A. Weinman. The first badge depicts Columbia, with arms spread wide holding the United States flag, beside a youthful maiden representing the Louisiana Purchase Territory; against a rising sun, the girl is disrobing the cloak of France, the material decorated with bees, the emblem of Napoleon, with raised text and date encircling the image, “Universal Exposition–Saint Louis–United States of America, MCMIV.” The second badge shows a large eagle with wings spread above a tablet, “Gold Medal, Louisiana Purchase Exposition,” with two dolphins below symbolizing the nations’ eastern and western boundaries, the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Starting Bid $200

3014. James Edward Sullivan Signature. American

sports official (1862–1914) who was one of the founders of the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) in 1888; he was one of the most influential people in the early Olympic movement, and was a chief organizer of the 1904 Summer Olympics. Fountain pen signature, “J. E. Sullivan,” on the reverse of an off-white 3.5 x 2 card on the back of the calling/business card of Isidor ‘Jack’ Niflot (1881-1950). Niflot was an Olympic wrestler who won a gold medal at the 1904 Olympics in St. Louis. He also competed in the Intercalated Games in 1906 in Athens, Greece. This signature was one of many he collected from his teammates and officials while in Athens in 1906. In fine condition, with overall toning, and old adhesive residue on the back. Starting Bid $150

3016. Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics Ticket.

Scarce official Greek-language pass for the Athens 1906 Summer Olympics, 5.75 x 4.5, which reads, in part (loosely translated): “International Olympic Games…Cycling, Shooting, Swimming, Athletics…Personal Invitation.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, overall creasing, and two short tears to the top edge. Starting Bid $200

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1908

3017. Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case. Remarkable winner’s

medal issued for the Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 50 mm, 63.5 gm, by Jules Clement Chaplain, Paris. The front features a portrait of Zeus holding Nike, the goddess of victory; the reverse features a view of Athens within a Greek legend. Stamped “Argent” on the edge. Complete with original round presentation box. The 1906 Athens Games were considered the Olympics by the press and participants, which included 854 athletes from twenty countries, but they were never officially sanctioned by the International Olympic Committee. The first gold medal from the 1906 games we have ever offered. Starting Bid $500

3018. London 1908 Summer Olympics Silvered Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the London

1908 Summer Olympics. Silvered bronze, 51 mm, 60 gm, by Bertram Mackennal. The front depicts a quadriga with charioteer and judge, preparing to present the palm of victory; the reverse bears the winged figure of Fame standing on a globe with raised text on either side, “Elis, Athens, Paris, St. Louis, London” and “In Commemoration of the Olympic Games Held in London, 1908.” Inscribed on the edge, “Vaughton.” Includes its original blue leather case, reading, “Olympic Games of London. 1908.” Presented to select officials and VIPs, this silver version of the medal is far scarcer than the pewter version given to athletes. Starting Bid $200

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1908

3020. London 1908 S u m m e r Olympics Wine Ewer.

3019. London 1908 Summer Olympics Steward’s Badge. Handsome ‘Steward’ badge from the London 1908 Summer Olympics. Silvered bronze, 33 gm, 57 mm in diameter, stamped on the reverse with a Vaughton of Birmingham maker’s mark. The badge depicts the head of Athena facing a laurel branch and encircled by a blue enameled border with the text, “Olympic Games London 1908, Steward.” A wonderfully attractive badge from an Olympiad that extended for over six months—the longest in modern history. Starting Bid $200

Olive green ceramic wine ewer honoring an “Olympic Celebration” at the Inter-State Fair Grounds i n Tr e n t o n , New Jersey, on September 5, 1908, standing 10.75˝ in height, with hand-painted shield and text to body, and the handle and upper rim painted in gold. The base of ewer is marked: “Thos Maddock’s Son’s Co., Trenton, N.J.” In very good to fine condition, with some flaking and peeling to paint. The Inter-State Fair Ground was the venue for a celebratory contest held in honor of American athletes who competed at the London 1908 Summer Games some two months prior. Some of the attending medalists included James Rector, who placed second in the 100 meters, and Joseph Forshaw, who placed third in the marathon. A copy of a local newspaper article about the event is included. Starting Bid $200

Handsome third-place prize from the 1912 Stockholm Games 3021. Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal. Winner’s

medal issued for the Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 33 mm, 19 gm, by Erik Lindberg and Bertram Mackennal. The front depicts a victorious athlete with palm branch being crowned with a laurel wreath by two seated females; the reverse, encircled with the text, “Olympiska Spelen I Stockholm,” features a herald proclaiming the opening of the Olympic Games, with a bust of Ling, the founder of Swedish gymnastics, in the background. The front of the medal, designed by Mackennel, was originally used on the winner’s medals for the 1908 London Summer Olympics. Less than three hundred of these bronze medals were issued and awarded to all third place winners, making them quite scarce today. A wonderful example of this sought-after Olympic medal. Starting Bid $500

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3022. Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

Beautiful winner’s medal issued for the Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics. Silver, 18 gm, 33 mm, by Bertram Mackennal and Erik Lindberg; manufactured by C. C. Sporrong & Co., of Stockholm, Sweden. The front depicts a victorious athlete with palm branch being crowned with a laurel wreath by two seated females; the reverse, encircled with the text, “Olympiska Spelen I Stockholm,” features a herald proclaiming the opening of the Olympic Games, with a bust of Ling, the founder of Swedish gymnastics, in the background. The front of the medal, designed by Mackennel, was originally used on the winner’s medals for the 1908 London Summer Olympics. A loop has been added at the top of the medal. Starting Bid $500

Bronze medal from the 1920 return of the Summer Games, the first held after World War I 3023. Antwerp 1920 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal. Sought-after winner’s

medal issued for the Antwerp 1920 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 81 gm, by Josue Dupon. The front shows a victorious athlete holding a laurel wreath and palm branch, with a statue of Renommee in the background, inscribed “VII Olympiade”; the reverse depicts the Brabo fountain above the Antwerp shield, with the Cathedral of Our Lady and city looming in the background, inscribed above, “Anvers MCMXX.” A total of 29 nations attended the VII Olympiad in Antwerp, Belgium, with Hungary, Germany, Austria, Bulgaria, and the Ottoman Empire all banned from competing due to their involvement in World War I and the cancelation of the 1916 Summer Games. In spite of such political unrest, the return of the Games debuted a trinity of enduring Olympic traditions: the voicing of the Olympic Oath, the symbolic release of doves, and the initial flying of the Olympic flag. An exceptional third place medal of the utmost historical interest. Starting Bid $500

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1920


3024. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony Program. Scarce official program for the opening ceremony of

1924

the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics, held at the Olympic Stadium of Colombes, on July 5, 1924, six pages, 8.5 x 10.75, published by the French Olympic Committee. The front cover features an impressive color image of an athlete poised to throw a javelin, with the Earth and Paris pictured in the background between bold text: “VIIIe Olympiade, Paris 1924” and “Programme des Jeux Olympiques.” The interior of the program features the scheduled dates for the various sporting events, parties and receptions, expositions, and a day-by-day calendar. In very good to fine condition, with light overall creasing, and a tear to the left edge. Starting Bid $200

3025. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Identification Card.

Identification card for the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics issued to US gymnast Max Wandrer (who competed in all gymnastic events at the 1924 Olympics), one page both sides, 3 x 4.75, featuring a small affixed portrait on the reverse. Signed at the bottom by Count Justinien de Clary, and on the reverse by Frederick W. Rubien. In fine condition, with some light creasing and staining. Accompanied by a modern print of Wandrer at the New Jersey shore in 1916. Starting Bid $200

3026. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Un-

common participation medal issued for the St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 37 mm, 22 gm, by Milo Martin. The front depicts the goddess Victory holding a laurel branch in a horse-drawn sled, with mountains rising in the background and the Olympic rings below; the reverse bears raised text, “II Jeux Olympiques D’hiver St. Moritz 1928,” over a laurel branch. Starting Bid $200

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1928

3027. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case. Winner’s medal issued for

the St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 50 mm, 61 gm, by Arnold Hunerwadel. The appealing front depicts a figure skater surrounded by snowflakes; the reverse reads, “Il Jeux Olympiques d’Hiver, St. Moritz, 1928,” with Olympic rings at the top and laurel branches on either side. Complete with its original paper box. The Olympics at St. Moritz were just the second Winter Games held, with only 495 athletes participating. Only 25 bronze medals were awarded at the 1928 Winter Games, and only 80 total winner’s medals were presented during the entire proceedings. Starting Bid $1000

3028. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Athlete’s Badge. Official athlete’s badge, diameter of 31 mm, featuring a blue border with silver text, “2es Jeux Olympiques d´hiver St.Moritz 1928 IXe Olympiade,” and a central design of the Olympic rings below a green banner, “Concurrent.” The reverse features raised manufacturer text, “Huguenin Freres & Co., Le Locle, Suisse.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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1932

3029. Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics Poster and Group of (5) Programs. Rare official poster of the 1932

Winter Olympics, 24.75 x 40.25, featuring a four-man bobsled team as the central artwork, with additional four event images along the left side depicting ski jumping, speed skating, figure skating, and alpine skiing; blue text in gold upper and lower borders, “III Olympics Winter Games,” with Olympic rings above, and “Lake Placid, New York, February 4-13, 1932.” The poster has been professionally canvas-backed to a slightly larger size. Also included is a set of five official programs for the Lake Placid 1932 Games, with the front cover of the gold-bordered program depicting a bobsled team rounding a turn. The poster is in fine, rolled condition; and the programs are in overall very good to fine condition, with slight wear, a missing upper corner to back cover of one program, and another program featuring several travel agency stamps. As a counterpart to the more popular Lake Placid poster showing the silhouette of a ski jumper against a map of the United States, this official poster remains a highly desirable and seldom-seen keepsake from America’s inaugural Olympic Winter Games. Starting Bid $200

3030. Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics Tickets. Ap-

pealing collection of five original unused 5.5 x 2.5 full tickets to the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics, for events including the Opening Ceremony, Lacrosse, Gymnastics, Swimming, and Equestrian Sports. Venues are the Olympic Stadium, Swimming Stadium, and Riviera Country Club. In crisp, mint, unused, uncirculated condition. Starting Bid $200

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3031. Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics Souvenir Candlestick.

1936

Very attractive glass candlestick honoring the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics, standing 3.5˝ in height with an octagonal base measuring 4.75˝ x 4.75˝; the base features a pair of identical designs for the Xth Summer Olympiad, which depicts a discus thrower over an image of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, with upper and lower text: “Olympic Games, Los Angeles 1932.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3033. Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics Silk Ticket. Uncommon silk ticket issued

3032. Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics Poster. Rare color

24.5 x 39.25 English variant of the official poster designed by Ludwig Hohlwein for the 1936 Garmisch Winter Olympics. The poster portrays a skier against an alpine background and reads: “Germany 1936, IVth Olympic Winter Games, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 6th-16th February 1936,” with smaller text below, “For particulars apply to the Organising Committee of the IVth Olympic Winter Games 1936, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 33 x 48.25. In very good condition, with scattered areas of scuffs, scratches, and surface loss. These posters were released in thirteen languages and distributed worldwide. Starting Bid $300

for the Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics, 1.5˝ x 2.25˝, with ticket featuring the color logo of the 4th Winter Olympiad above the text: “Abfahrtslauf, fur, Damen u Herren” (Downhill skiing for Ladies and Gentlemen). The pin-style ticket bears a golden bar to upper portion, which is engraved: “IV. Olymp. Winterspiele 1936, GarmischPartenkirchen.” In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, a diagonal crease, and a bit of rust to the metal. This was the only Olympic Games in which a ticket was made in silk. Starting Bid $200

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1936

3034. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Torch. Of-

ficial 1936 Berlin Olympics torch, comprised of steel, measuring 10.5˝ in length and 6˝ at its widest point, manufactured by Krupp. Engraved on the handle with a map of the torch relay route, the Olympic emblem, and inscribed, “FackelStaffel, Lauf, Olympia-Berlin, 1936.” The top of the torch is inscribed, “Organisations-Komitee fur die XI. Olympiade Berlin 1936, Als Dank Dem Trager.” The underside of the torch top is inscribed, “Stiftung Der Fried Krupp A. G. Essen, Krupp Nirosta V2A Stahl.” Scattered scratches and scuffs to top platform and handle. The 1936 Summer Olympics torch relay was the first of its kind, transporting the Olympic flame from Olympia in Greece to the site of the Games in Berlin. Krupp produced a total of 3,840 torches, and 3,331 torchbearers participated in the relay. In total, it covered 3,187 km over twelve days. Representing the historically important 1936 Berlin Olympics as well as the establishment of the torch relay tradition, this is an iconic Olympic torch. Starting Bid $300

3035. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participa-

tion medal issued for the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics. Green brown bronze, 70 mm, 114 gm, by Otto Placzek. The front depicts five athletes, representing the five continents, pulling the ropes of the Olympic bell, with raised text, “XI Olympiade, Berlin, 1936”; the reverse bears the Olympic bell embossed with the German eagle gripping the Olympic rings within five concentric circles. Includes its original red paper case, with the rim to lower portion detached and rim to upper lid partially detached. Starting Bid $200

3036. Jesse Owens’s Del Craft 1961 Medal. Jesse

Owens’s personally-owned commemorative medal, 50 mm, 58 gm, likely given to him during a motivational speaking engagement. The front features the figure of Liberty carrying a torch, engraved by hand, “Olypmic [sic] Champion, Del-Craft Co., 1961”; the reverse features a tablet flanked by laurels, engraved with his name, “Jesse Owens.” Provenance: From the estate of Jesse Owens, and accompanied by a letter of provenance from his three daughters. Starting Bid $200

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3037. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Soccer Lamp. Impres-

sive souvenir lamp from the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics, with figurine of soccer player standing 6.75˝ in height atop a marble base measuring 2.5˝ in diameter; the base of the lamp features the Olympic rings above the text: “Olympia—1936.” In fine, working condition, with the player’s foot lifting slightly from the base. The lamp has been professionally rewired, with the small wire hole behind the figurine casting upwards a small ray of light from the interior bulb. Starting Bid $200

1936

3039. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Crystal Paperweight. Beautifully crafted crystal paperweight from the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics manufactured by Phonix, 5.5 x 4.25 x 1.25, featuring an etched image of the Brandenburg Gate below the Olympic rings, with base portion reading: “XI Olympiade.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3040. Charley Finn Group Lot. Group of items from

3038. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Paperweight from Olympic Village. Heavy cast-iron paperweight

honoring the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics and the Olympic Village, measuring 5˝ x 7.5˝ x 1.5˝ and weighing approximately 3 lbs. The paperweight features raised text and imagery to either side: an overhead map of the Olympic Village, “Olympisches Dorf, Freundschaft und Frieden” (Olympic Village, Friendship and Peace); and the Olympics rings below the Brandenburg Gate and the city of Berlin, “XI. Olympische Spiele, Berlin 1936” (XI. Olympic Games, Berlin 1936). In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

the 1936 Games originating from the personal collection of Charley Finn, a member of the USA water polo team who participated in the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics and the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics. Includes: two United States Lines stateroom passes for Finn’s trips to and from Berlin on the Steamers Manhattan and SS Roosevelt; an embarkation card for Finn’s trip on the SS Pres. Roosevelt; a printed “souvenir log” of the SS Roosevelt’s westbound voyage; an “American Olympic Team” program from the SS President Roosevelt; and a “1936 American Olympic Team” silk ribbon. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a modern print of Finn and his water polo team. Finn won a bronze medal as a member of the 1932 team, playing in all four matches; the American water polo team was eliminated in the first round of the 1936 tournament, in which Fin played in all three matches. Starting Bid $200

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3042. St. Moritz 1948 Winter Olympics Participation Diploma. Handsome official

1936

3041. Jesse Owens Signed 1936 Berlin Olympic Committee Travel Pass.

Early vintage pencil signature, “Jesse Owens, U.S.A.,” on the reverse of a 3.5 x 6 official 1936 Olympics identification card for a woman on the Olympic Committee of Uruguay. In fine condition. An exceptional Owens example on a rare format, presumably signed at the historic 1936 Games. Owens wowed the world in Berlin, taking home gold medals in the men’s 100 meters sprint, 200 meters sprint, long jump, and 4 * 100 meter relay. He was the most successful athlete at the Games and, as a black man, was credited with ‘single-handedly crushing Hitler’s myth of Aryan supremacy.’ Starting Bid $200

participation diploma from the St. Moritz 1948 Winter Olympics, 11.5 x 16.5, awarded to Austrian ice hockey player Johann Schneider and signed by of IOC president Sigfrid Edström and the president of the Organizing Committee. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3043. Oslo 1952 Winter Olympics Participation Diploma.

Official participation diploma from the Oslo 1952 Winter Olympics, 11.75 x 16.75, awarded to Alexandros Vouxinos of Greece for his performance in the Alpine Skiing event. Lower portion features printed signatures of Olympic Committee President Olaf DitlevSimonsen and Secretary-General Rolf Petersen. In very good to fine condition, with some creasing and staining, and a very short tear to the bottom edge. Starting Bid $200

3044. London 1948 Summer Olympics Torch. Sought-after official 1948 London

Olympics torch, comprised of aluminum alloy, measuring 16˝ in length and 5.75˝ at its widest point, designed by Ralph Lavers. The upper part is designed in the shape of a cauldron with three ‘cut-outs’ of the Olympic rings, encircled below by the inscription, “Olympia to London, with thanks to the bearer: XIVth Olympiad 1948.” This example has a thin metal ring and clip at the bottom, which could easily be removed. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on July 17, 1948, and traveled a total of 3,365 km before reaching the opening ceremony at Wembley Stadium on July 29. The 1948 Olympics in London represented the first Summer Games since 1936 after a twelve-year hiatus due to World War II. The total number of torches manufactured was 1,688. A handsome, classically designed torch from the second-ever Olympic torch relay. Starting Bid $500

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3045. Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Case.

Appealing winner’s medal issued for the Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics. Silver, 51 mm, 68 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli. The front, inscribed, “XV Olympia, Helsinki, 1952,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Coliseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes. Exhibits some scuffing and scratching to the finish. Includes its original dark blue presentation case. Only 320 of these silver second-place medals were awarded at the Helsinki games, making this is an uncommon and sought-after example. Starting Bid $500

Rare gold medal from the only Finnish Olympics 3046. Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics G o l d Wi n n e r ’ s Medal. Winner ’s

medal issued for the Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 51 mm, 68 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli. The front, inscribed, “XV Olympia, Helsinki, 1952,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes. Factory marks on the edge, “916M” and “Y6,” designate the silver content and mint. While the gilding is quite worn in several areas, it remains present in the low-relief details, accentuating this handsome and classic design. With just 320 of these first-place prize medals awarded at the Helsinki Games, this is an uncommon and soughtafter example. Starting Bid $500

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Scarce 1956 Cortina torch from the second Winter relay, complete with its burner wick 3047. Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 1956 Cortina Winter Olym-

pics torch, constructed of silver-colored metal, measuring 16.25˝ in length and 5.5˝ at its widest point, designed by Ralph Lavers. The torch was modeled after the one used for the 1948 London Olympics and the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, with the upper part in the shape of a cauldron with three ‘cut-outs’ of the Olympic rings, encircled below by the inscription, “VII Giochi Invernali Cortina 1956.” Complete with its original burner wick. The ‘Olympic’ flame was lit at Rome’s Capitoline Hill on January 22, and made its way north via a unique mixture of plane, gondola, ice skates, roller skates, and manpower. The torch entered the Olympic Ice Stadium four days later, with participating speed skater Guido Caroli skating into the arena to light the cauldron. The Games are best known for the debut of Soviet athletes in a Winter Olympiad, and the first instance in which the Olympics were internationally televised; Caroli famously tripped over broadcast wires on his way to the cauldron. Starting Bid $1000

3048. Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case and Diploma. Extremely

desirable winner’s medal issued for the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 51 mm, 64 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli; manufactured by K. G. Luke. The front, i nscri bed, “ XVI t h Olympiad, Melbourne, 1956,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner with palm branch being carried by jubilant athletes. Includes the original white plastic case by K. G. Luke/Casecraft, and a winner’s diploma issued to Viktor Tchoukarine for his third-place finish in “Gymnastics - Pommelled Horse.” This prize medal design had been adopted from the Amsterdam 1928 Summer Games, with the only alteration for 1956 being a change in wording to reflect the year and location. A scarce and highly attractive third place medal from the first Olympiad to be staged in the Southern Hemisphere. Starting Bid $500

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3051. Stockholm 1956 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued

3049. Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics Participant Badge. Appealing athlete’s badge

issued for the Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics, measuring 35 mm x 40 mm, featuring an enameled design of the Winter Olympics logo set on a blue background with “Atleta” below. The reverse is marked, “C. O. N. I., Mod. Depositato, Stabilimenti Artistici Fiorentini.” Starting Bid $150

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for the equestrian events held in Stockholm for the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 38 mm x 50 mm, 39 gm, by John Sjosvard. Inspired by a sculpture in the Parthenon, the front, inscribed around the upper border, “XVI Olympiadens Ryttartavlingar Stockholm 1956,” features an ancient Greek horse and rider on a platform, with the Olympic rings below; the reverse face is plain. Due to Australian agricultural quarantine regulations, the equestrian events of the XVI Olympiad were held five months earlier in Stockholm, Sweden, making the 1956 Summer Games the second Olympics not to be held entirely in one country; the 1920 Olympics, which Antwerp, Belgium co-hosted with Amsterdam and Ostend, were the first. Given the low number of participants in the equestrian events—158 in total—Stockholm medals remain rare and highly sought-after. Starting Bid $300

3050. Stockholm 1956 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

Exceedingly rare winner’s medal issued for the Stockholm 1956 Summer Olympics equestrian events. Silver, 50 mm, 106 gm, by V. Falireus/John Sjosvard. The front depicts an ancient Greek horse and rider, inscribed with a Swedish legend, “XVI Olympiadens Ryttartavlingar, 1956, Stockholm.” The reverse portrays the torch and Olympic rings, with “Jeux Olympiques” above, and the Olympic motto below, “Citius, Altius, Fortius.” The edge stamped with the corresponding hallmark for Lagerstrom and Mjolby. Due to Australian agricultural quarantine regulations, the equestrian events of Melbourne’s XVI Olympiad were held five months earlier in Stockholm, Sweden, making the 1956 Summer Games the second Olympics not to be held entirely in one country; the 1920 Olympics, which Antwerp, Belgium co-hosted with Amsterdam and Ostend, were the first. Given the low number of participants in the equestrian events—158 riders competed in six events—any medal from the Stockholm Games remains rare and highly sought-after. In total, only twelve of these Stockholm silver winner’s medals were awarded, making it an exceptionally rare Olympic medal. Starting Bid $5000

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3052. Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 63 mm, 105 gm, by Andor Meszaros. The front depicts the Olympic motto encircled by pairs of athletes following the march of a flag-bearer; the reverse bears the Melbourne coat of arms and Olympic rings, with raised text along the top, “Olympic Games Melbourne, 1956.” Slight discoloration to both sides. Starting Bid $200

3053. Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participation medal issued for

the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 50 mm, 77 gm, by Herff Jones, Indiana. The front features the Squaw Valley logo with the Olympic rings encircled within raised text, “VIII Olympic Winter Games”; the reverse bears a hand raising an Olympic torch encircled by raised text, “Squaw Valley, California 1960.” Edge is engraved, “H. J. CO.” Includes the uncommon original plastic presentation case. Starting Bid $200

3054. Squaw Valley 1960 W i n t e r Olympics Official’s Patch. Em-

broidered color patch issued to officials at the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics, 3.75˝ x 4.5˝, with upper portion featuring the logo of the 8th Winter Olympiad, and the lower section reading in bold red thread: “Official.” In fine condition. Unique in Olympic history, officials at the 1960 Winter Olympics wore these patches instead of metal badges, which was the only Games in which this took place.Starting Bid $200

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3055. Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics Ticket and Program. Two items

from the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics: an official daily program for February 27th, 24 pages, with the daily schedule of events including Men’s 50-Km Cross Country Skiing, Men’s 10,000-Meter Speed Skating, and the Hockey Championship Pool, which saw the original ‘Miracle on Ice’ in which the USA defeated the USSR en route to a gold medal; and a February 27th ticket stub for admission to the Blyth Arena, the site of the USA hockey team’s important victory. In overall fine condition, with a circular stain to the cover of the program. Starting Bid $200

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3056. Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics Souvenir Metal Wall Plates. Uncommon pair of bronze-colored metal wall plates honoring the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics, both 11.5˝ in diameter, featuring embossed images of an alpine skier and a figure skater, both with Squaw Valley logo and text: “VIII Olympic Winter Games, Squaw Valley 1960.” Reverse of plates feature French maker tags from Rik Jacops, identifying them as patterns “D65” and “D66,” and noting that they were made in Belgium. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3057. SquawValley 1960 Winter Olympics United States Awards Ceremony Sweater. Beige

wool sweater issued to Eugene Langkop as part of the awards ceremony at the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics. The heavy wool sweater features the Olympic rings to chest area, with inner collar retaining the original “100% Virgin Wool by Sargon” tag, as well as a name tag issued to “Gene Langkop,” the husband of Dorothy Franey, a speed skater at the Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics. In fine condition. At the 1932 Games, Franey placed fifth in the 1500 metres and third in the 1000 metres, but because the women’s events were deemed demonstration, she was not awarded with a bronze medal. Women wouldn’t race on ice for Olympic medals until 1960 at Squaw Valley. At those Games, ‘Dot’ Franey Langkop was a leader in the movement of Olympic alumni to support current United States Olympic athletes. Starting Bid $200

3058. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the

Rome 1960 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 55 mm, 78 gm, by Emilio Greco. The front features a nude female torchbearer superimposed over Olympic rings; the reverse bears a convocation of eagles soaring high above the Olympic stadium, with raised Italian text encircling the edge. Starting Bid $200

3059. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma.

Official third-place winner’s diploma from the Rome 1960 Summer Olympics, 24.5 x 18.25, awarded to Vasily Borisov of the Soviet Union for his bronze medal finish in “Arma Libera a 300 M” (300 metre rifle). Professionally canvas-backed to an overall size of 27.5 x 19.75. Rolled and in very good to fine condition, with some creasing and small stains in the margins. Vasily Borisov is a retired Soviet rifle shooter (born 1922) who has earned considerable international success during his professional career: in addition to his bronze in Rome, he also won gold and silver medals at the Melbourne 1956 Summer Games. Between 1954 and 1966, Borisov won more than 20 medals at the ISSF World Shooting Championships. Starting Bid $200

3060. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Tickets. Attractive col-

lection of eight original unused 10.75 x 3.75 full tickets to the Rome 1960 Summer Olympics, for events including the Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony, Cycling, Aquatics, Boxing, Marathon, Equestrian, and Basketball. In crisp, mint, unused, uncirculated condition, with the Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony, and Basketball tickets marked “Annullato [Canceled]” on the reverse. Starting Bid $200

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3061. Innsbruck 1964 Winter Olympics Ice Hockey Ticket Books. Two books

of tickets for the ice hockey tournament at the Innsbruck 1964 Winter Olympics, including: a full book of 31 complete unused yellow tickets, measuring 7.5 x 3.25, for matches at the “Olympia-Eisstadion” for times and dates ranging from 15:30 on January 28 to 13:00 on February 9; and a book of 30 complete unused blue tickets (plus three stubs), measuring 7 x 2.25, for matches at the “Kunsteisbahm Messehalle” for times and dates ranging from 17:00 on January 28 to 13:00 on February 9. Includes three additional full tickets for earlier games on January 28, representing those missing from the blue book. Starting Bid $200

3063. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Participation Medals. Pair of participation medals issued for the Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics. The first, copper, 61 mm, 118 gm, by Taro Okamoto/Kazumitsu Tanaka, with front featuring a stylized design of three runners and a swimmer placed on an olive branch, and the reverse bearing the Olympic rings and raised Japanese and English text, “XVIII Olympiad, Tokyo 1964.” The second, silvered, 38 mm, 36 gm, features front and reverse designs identical to the larger version; this smaller participation medal was awarded to flag raisers. Both include their original wooden boxes. Starting Bid $200

3064. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma. Attractive

3062. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Cup Plaquette. Uncommon Olympic Cup plaquette issued by

the International Olympic Committee for the Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 99 gm, 51 mm x 70 mm, struck by Swiss medal manufacturer Huguenin, with front showing a relief image of the Olympic Cup, and the reverse bearing the Olympic rings with raised text in French below, reading (transcribed): “The Olympic Cup created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin renovator of the Olympic Games of the modern era was awarded to Tokyo city.” Starting Bid $200

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official participation diploma issued to a Bulgarian team official for the Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics, 11 x 15, with upper Games logo followed by English, Japanese, and French text: “It is with deep appreciation that we acknowledge your devoted efforts and cooperation at the time of the Games of the XVIII Olympiad, Tokyo 1964. Vassev Angel P., Bulgaria, Team Official.” In fine condition, with a couple of small stains at the top. Starting Bid $200


3065. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Group of (6) Unused Soccer Tickets. Uncommon group lot

of six unused admission tickets for the XVIII Olympiad Summer Games held in Tokyo, Japan between October 15 and 18, 1964. Each ticket measures 9 x 3 and grants access for soccer matches at the following venues: Komazawa Olympic Park Stadium, Mitsuzawa Football Field, O¯miya Football Field, and Prince Chichibu Football Field. Also included is a used ticket for a soccer match on October 15 at the Prince Chichibu Football Field, with ‘Gate’ stub no longer attached. Includes the original ticket envelope. In overall fine condition, with toning and creasing only to the original envelope. Starting Bid $200

3066. Ma d r i d 1965 International Olympic Committee Badge. Uncom-

mon International Olympic Committee (IOC) badge from the 63rd IOC Session held in October 1965 in Madrid, Spain. The bronze-tone badge, 31 mm x 51 mm, 21 gm, features a whiteand-yellow enamel design of the Puerta de Alcalá between Olympic rings and text, “Madrid, 1965, C.I.O.” In fine condition, with a slight bend to badge. Starting Bid $200

Rare gold medal from the X Olympic Winter Games—presented to a speed skater 3067. Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case. Gorgeous winner’s medal

issued for the Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympics. Gilt silver, 60 mm, 124 gm, by Roger Excoffon; manufactured by the Paris Mint. The front, inscribed, “Xemes Jeux Olympiques D’Hiver, Grenoble 1968,” features the symbol of Grenoble, a snow crystal and three roses, and the Olympic rings; the reverse identifies the sport as speed skating, “Patinage de Vitesse,” and depicts a racing skater. Complete with original colorful ribbon and attractive black leather presentation case by Monnaiz de Paris. Held at the L’Anneau de Vitesse between February 4–12, the speed skating events at the 1968 Winter Olympics were dominated by the Netherlands, a country that accrued a total of nine medals—three gold, three silver, and three bronze. The remaining five gold medals were divided between athletes from Norway, Finland, the Soviet Union, Sweden, and West Germany. The Dutch won gold in the Men’s 1500 metres (Kees Verkerk), and the Women’s 1000 metres (Carry Geijssen) and 3000 metres (Ans Schut), with all three athletes setting Olympic records for their times. The Grenoble winner’s medals were the first to feature a unique design on the reverse for each sport. A scarce example with just 250 gold medals struck in total. Starting Bid $2500

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1972 3068. Sapporo 1972 Winter Olympics Team Official Badge. Scarce team official badge issued for the Sapporo 1972 Winter Olympics. Silvered bronze, 38 mm x 60 mm, 42 gm, featuring the Sapporo Games logo above Olympic rings and the text, “Sapporo ‘72,” and a green enamel bar with faded gilt text, “Team Official.” Badge features a green ribbon measuring 82 mm in length. Reverse features a pin and raised Japanese text. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3070. Sapporo 1972 Winter Olympics Group of (22) Unused Tickets. Scarce

group lot of 22 unused admission tickets for the XI Olympic Winter Games held in Sapporo, Japan between February 3 and 13, 1972. Each ticket measures 9 x 3.25 and grants access for the following events and dates: Bobsleigh (February 4, 11, and 12), Cross-Country (February 5), Figure Skating (February 4, 5, and 11), Ice Hockey (February 3, 5-7, 9, 10, 12, and 13), Men’s Cross-Country Skiing (February 4), Men’s Giant Slalom (February 9), Men’s Speed Skating (February 4 and 5), Women’s Cross-Country (February 12), Women’s Downhill (February 5), and Women’s Speed Skating (February 9). In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Rare collection of ‘Little Taku’ bank figurines from the Sapporo Games 3071. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Souvenir Torch Lighter. Appealing souvenir

3069. Sapporo 1972 Winter Olympics Mascot Figurines. Wonderful collection of 10 Japanese Takugin

savings bank mascots from the Sapporo 1972 Winter Olympics, ranging in size from 2.25 x 4 to 12 x 11, with each soft plastic figure depicting the brown bear Takuchan, or ‘Little Taku,’ in various positions, including: a torchbearer, a cross country skier, an Alpine skier, a ski jumper (2, both with stand), a luge racer, a sledder, a pair of hockey players, and a snowmobiler. All bear mascots feature a bank coin slot on the back of their heads. The highlight of the group is the large ski jumper mascot, with included stand, an oversized ‘Little Taku’ bank that is exceedingly hard to find. In overall fine condition, with the torch cylinder missing for the torchbearer mascot. Starting Bid $200

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torch lighter from the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics. The metal lighter, measuring 11.75˝ in length and 4˝ in width, impressively replicates the official torch used during the Munich torch relay, with the handle inscribed “Spiele der XX Olympiad, Munchen 1972,” and the platform at the base of the combustion tube featuring the design of the Munich Games emblem. The torch lighter bears some light scuffs and scratches, and sparkwheel in fine working condition (tube does not contain butane fuel). Starting Bid $200


3072. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case. Beau-

1972

tiful winner’s medal issued to Ecaterina Stahl-Iencic for a fencing event (Team Foil) at the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 66 mm, 132 gm (without chain) or 184 gm (with chain), by Gerhard Marcks; manufactured by the Bavarian Mint. The front is inscribed, “XX. Olympiade Munchen 1972,” and depicts the ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays the mythological twins Castor and Pollux, the patrons of competitive sport and friendship, with the artist’s monogram below. The edge is engraved with the winner’s event, “Fencing—Women’s Team,” and name, “Stahl Ecaterina.” Complete with its original plastic presentation case. This was the first winner’s medal since 1928 to feature a new design on the reverse, replacing the traditional depiction of a victorious athlete carried by a jubilant crowd, and the first medal to bear a chain instead of a ribbon, which was deemed to be too easily soiled or wrinkled. Ecaterina Stahl-Iencic (1946–2009) was a Romanian foil fencer and world champion in 1975. She competed at five Olympics between 1964 and 1980, and won team bronze medals in 1968 and 1972, falling short against powerhouse teams from the Soviet Union and Hungary. In 1972, her Romanian team was one of 11 nations competing in the women’s Team Foil event held on September 7 and 8, at Munich’s Messegelände. Only our second bronze medal from the 1972 Summer Games. Starting Bid $1000

3073. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Steel Participation Medal. Uncommon participation

medal issued for the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics. Steel, 49 mm, 144 gm, by Fritz Konig. The front depicts the Munich Games emblem over two lines, “XX. Olympiade, Munchen 1972”; the reverse shows Olympic rings over two hands, one holding an olive branch. Complete with its original Lucite case. Starting Bid $150

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3074. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Collection.

Group lot of five items commemorating the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics, including: a matching ceramic cigarette tray and saucer set, 3.25˝ and 4˝ in diameter, with bowl areas of each featuring the Munich Games emblem, borders bearing multilingual text, “Games of the XXth Olympiad, Munich, 1972,” and bottom of saucer marked with a Konigl.pr.Tettau stamp; a small 24k gold-plated candle holder, 3˝ in diameter, with bowl featuring a raised design of a hurdler with text: “Olympische Spiele Munchen, 1972”; and a pair of commemorative medals issued by the Japanese government for the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics, both 70 mm in diameter, 264 gm and 267 gm, designed by artist Taro¯ Okamoto, with front showing a stylized figure with ribbon and olive branch, and the reverse showing the Olympic rings with Dachshund over the Olympiastadion, with raised text: “1972, J.O.C. [Japanese Olympic Committee], Olympische Spiele Munchen.” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Rare set of six Japanese Olympic badges

3075. Sapporo 1972 and Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Badge Collection. Sought-after collection

of six official badges issued for the Tokyo 1964 and the Sapporo 1972 Summer Olympics, including: a set of three gold-plated Tokyo badges, each 38 mm x 64 mm, 42 gm, featuring the rising sun of the Japanese national flag above a green bar with Olympic rings and an enamel bar indicating official role, “Committee,” “XVIII Olympiad,” and “O.O.C. Official,” with corresponding ribbons measuring 76 mm in length; and a set of three silvered bronze Sapporo badges, each 25 mm x 60 mm, 43 gm, showing the Sapporo Games logo above Olympic rings and the text, “Sapporo ’72,” and a blue enamel bar with official role, “Official,” “S.O.O.C.,” and “S.O.O.C. Official,” with corresponding ribbons approximately measuring 76 mm in length; the top of the “S.O.O.C.” badge features a multicolored badge of blue, yellow, black, green, and red. All but one of the badges are accompanied by their original white leather presentation boxes. Starting Bid $500

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3078. Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma.

3076. Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics Torch. Official 1976

Montreal Olympics torch, comprised of aluminum, measuring 26˝ in length and 3˝ at its widest point, designed by Georges Huel and Michel Daillaire. The simple yet distinct torch consists of a red handle emblazoned with the Montreal Olympics emblem, and a black ‘basket’ to carry the flame; the black color on top was intended to make the flame stand out. Exhibits a few nicks and scuffs to the handle. About 1,200 torchbearers participated in the relay, which lasted just four days from July 13 to July 17 and covered 775 km. Starting Bid $300

3077. Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics Copper Participation Medal. Participa-

tion medal issued for the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics. Copper, 45 mm, 40 gm, by G. Huel/P. Pelletier. The front features the Montreal Olympic stadium above two lines of raised text, “XXle Olympiade, Montreal 1976”; the reverse bears the Montreal Games logo. Complete with its original black leather case. Starting Bid $125

Official third-place winner ’s diploma from the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics, 11.75 x 16.5, awarded to Hungarian sprint canoeist Tamas Wichmann for his bronze-medal finish in “Canoeing, 1,000-m. event, Canadian singles C-1, Men.” The diploma bears printed signatures of Roger Rousseau, head of the Montreal Olympic Organizing Committee, and Lord Killanin, president of the International Olympic Committee. In very good condition, with staining (heaviest to the upper left corner), creasing (heaviest to the right side), and a short edge tear. Starting Bid $200

3079. Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Eric Heiden Ticket Collection. Desirable complete set of

unused tickets for each of American Eric Heiden’s five gold medal-clinching speed skating events at the Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics. Each ticket measures 7.5 x 2.5, and features time/date information for the respective event held at the James B. Sheffield Speed Skating Oval: 500 meter on February 15; 5000 meter on February 16; 1000 meter on February 19; 1500 meter on February 21; and 10,000 meter on February 23. In overall fine condition.The speed skating events of the XIII Winter Games were dominated by Heiden over the course of eight incredible days. His sweep of the five events made him the most successful Winter Olympian from a single edition of any Winter Olympics—with the exception of the Soviet Union (10) and East Germany (9), Heiden single-handedly won more gold medals than all other competing nations. Starting Bid $200

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1980

3080. Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Alpine Events Gate Banner. Red gate banner from the Alpine

Skiing venue at the Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics, 39 x 27.5, with large white logo for the 13th Winter Olympiad and metal grommets to each corner. Alpine Skiing at the 1980 Winter Olympics consisted of six events, with races held between February 14th and 23rd at Whiteface Mountain in Wilmington, New York. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3082. Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participation medal issued for

the Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics. Tombac, 60 mm, 125 gm, by Angelina Leonova. The front features the Moscow Games emblem above the Olympic stadium and raised Cyrillic lettering; the reverse bears a handsome detailed view of the Red Square in Moscow. Includes its original red case, which has one damaged hinge. Starting Bid $200

3081. Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics Torch. Official 1980 Moscow Olympics torch,

comprised of aluminum, measuring 22˝ in length and 4˝ at its widest point, designed by Boris Tutschin. The gray body features red text in Cyrillic, “Moscow-Olympiad-1980,” and a gold-colored top of the handle bears the emblem of the Games and Olympic rings. The top is also accented with a layer of five golden rings. Burner remains in place. A few scuffs and dings to the body. In all, about 5,435 torchbearers participated in the relay, which lasted from June 19 to July 19. These Olympics were especially controversial due to the USSR’s recent invasion of Afghanistan, and the United States led 65 countries in a boycott of the Games. Starting Bid $300

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1984 3083. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Torch with Carrying Bag.

Official 1984 Los Angeles Olympics torch, brass-finished with tan leather handles, measuring 22.25˝ in length and 4.75˝ at its widest point, manufactured by Turner Ind and engraved “1983 LAOOC,” with a pair of Los Angeles Games logos on the base of the handle. The black burner remains in place, for an overall length of 23˝. Bowl is engraved along the top, “Citius, Altius, Fortius, “ with the rings between each word, and the L.A. Memorial Coliseum Stadium below. Complete with its original black leather carrying bag and instruction booklet. Exhibits some wear and areas of toning to handle, and some faint scuffing to bowl. The fire was lit in Olympia, Greece on May 7, 1984, and arrived the following day in New York. On its 15,000 km journey, the torch was carried through 33 states over 82 days to Los Angeles by over 3,600 runners. A handsomely designed torch from an Olympic Games that weren’t without their share of controversy—fourteen Eastern Bloc countries, including the Soviet Union, Cuba and East Germany, boycotted the Games; Iran and Libya also boycotted, although for different political reasons. An exceptional Olympic torch from the 1984 LA Games—the ‘City of Angels’ will have the distinction of hosting the Summer Olympics for a third time in 2028. Starting Bid $300

Unawarded second place medal from the 1984 LA Games 3084. Los Angeles 1984 S u m m e r Olympics Unawarded Silver Winner’s Medal. Scarce

unawarded winner’s medal from the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics. Silver, 63.5 mm, 137 gm, by Dugald Stermer; manufactured by Jostens, Inc. The front, inscribed, “XXIII Olympiad, Los Angeles 1984,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a victorious athlete being carried by a jubilant crowd. The edge, which would normally feature the engraved name of the event, remains blank. Includes the original magenta, vermillion, and chrome yellow ribbon, which features some light wear, and the lower portion of the blue velvet presentation case. A beautiful and highly uncommon winner’s medal from the summer games of the XXIII Olympiad. Starting Bid $500

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Sought-after 1984 Los Angeles gold medal for wrestling

1984

3086. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal. Winner’s medal issued for the

Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 63.5 mm, 142.5 gm, by Dugald Stermer, Indianapolis. The front, inscribed, “XXIII Olympiad, Los Angeles 1984,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a victorious athlete being carried by a jubilant crowd. The edge is inscribed with the name of the event, “Wrestling, Greco Roman, 100 kg.” Complete with original magenta, vermillion, and yellow ribbon, which is separated at the seam. Exhibits some rubbing to the gilt on the edge. Only 478 of these gold medals were produced for the LA Games. A scarce, attractive medal from this memorable USA-hosted Olympiad. Starting Bid $5000

3085. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Unawarded Bronze Winner’s Medal. Sought-

after unawarded winner’s medal from the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 63.5 mm, 116 gm, by Dugald Stermer; manufactured by Jostens, Inc. The front, inscribed, “XXIII Olympiad, Los Angeles 1984,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a victorious athlete being carried by a jubilant crowd. The edge, which would normally feature the engraved name of the event, remains blank. Includes the lower portion of the blue velvet presentation case. An attractive and decidedly unusual winner’s medal from the XXIII Olympiad. Starting Bid $300

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3087. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Volunteer Medal. Volunteer

1984

participation medal issued for the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 94 gm. The front features the Olympic motto “Citius Altius Fortius,” with a raised depiction of the LA Coliseum above crossed laurel branches; the reverse shows the official logo above Olympic rings with the text, “Los Angeles 1984, XXIII Olympiad.” Complete with its original blue velvet presentation case, which has been repaired. Starting Bid $100

3088. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participation medal

issued for the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics, as presented to athletes and officials. Bronze, 60 mm, 94 gm, by Dugald Stermer/ Jostens. The front depicts the Olympic torch with raised text, “Citius Altius Fortius, XXIII Olympiad”; the reverse features the Los Angeles Games emblem over Olympic rings and laurel branches. Complete with its original blue velvet presentation case and cardboard box. Starting Bid $200

3089. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Pin Collection. Large

collection of 108 National Olympic Committee (NOC) and other pins issued for the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics, the majority of which are enameled, ranging in size from .25 x .5 to 3 x 3. The collection includes several pins from nations that participated in the Soviet-led boycott of the Games, and very rare pins from Bhutan, Central African Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Iraq, Libya, Mauritius, and Vietnam. The pins are displayed on two 22.5 x 16.75 corkboards. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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3090. Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Torch and Torchbearer Track Suit.

Rare official 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics torch used during the Olympic relay, comprised of aluminum with a maple handle, measuring 23.5˝ in length, emblazoned on the handle with pictograms of ten Winter Olympic sports. The top inscribed with raised text in English and French, “XV Olympic Winter Games Calgary Alberta Canada 1988,” with underside of bowl engraved: “COA/A.O.C. 1979–1986”; the ball at the base of the handle is engraved with the Olympic motto, “Citius, Altius, Fortius.” Includes an unused four-wick burner canister, the original black carrying bag, and a highly appealing official torchbearer track suit of the Calgary Games by Sun Ice of Canada, which consists of red and white zip-up jacket, size eight, with brightly colored Calgary and torch relay logos to left chest and back area, and a pair of red track pants, size 18, with elastic waistband. Designed by the National Research Council of Canada, the torch was made to resemble the Calgary Tower, an iconic landmark in the Canadian city. The torch relay, called ‘Share the Flame,’ was an enormous event, with approximately 6,500 torchbearers drawn from an application pool of over six million. After the lighting ceremony in Olympia, the flame was flown to Newfoundland and then traveled 18,000 km through Canada over 88 days. Unlike many relays, the torches were shared and thus only about one hundred and fifty were manufactured. Starting Bid $2500

3091. Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the

Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 64 mm, 133 gm, by Cornelius Martens. The front depicts the Calgary Games emblem and raised French and English text, “Calgary 1988, XV Olympic Winter Games”; the reverse bears a panoramic view of Calgary, the Saddledome Stadium, and the Canadian Rocky Mountains, with the Olympic motto below. Includes its original velvet case. Medal features a slight patina. Starting Bid $200

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Remarkable winner’s medal set from the first Canadian Winter Olympics 3092. Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Winner’s and Participation Medal Collection. Presented to special members of the

Calgary Winter Olympic Organizing Committee (OCO ’88), an extraordinary and rare example of a set of medals from the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics, featuring a total of twelve medals: gold, silver, and bronze winner’s medals for the official Olympic events, the Olympic demonstration sports, and the disabled skiing exhibition event; as well as bronze participation medals for the Olympics, the Team ’88 Volunteers, and the Olympic Arts Festival. The medals are presented in a dual-paned wooden display case prepared by the mint (Jostens, Inc.), measuring an overall 21.75˝ x 13.75˝ x 4.75˝, with bilingual labels on the top, “XV Olympic Winter Games” and “XVes Jeux Olympiques d’hiver.”

Displayed on the far left, the fronts of the Olympic medals depict combined profiles of a laureated athlete and a First Nations indigenous person whose headdress is formed by winter sporting equipment. Next, the demonstration sports medals have pictograms showing three of the demonstration events of the Games: curling, freestyle skiing, and short track speed skating. In the third column, the disabled skiing medals feature a stylized Olympic flame with Braille text above. On the far right, the Olympic participation medal bears a panoramic view of Calgary, the Saddledome Stadium, and the Canadian Rocky Mountains, with the Olympic motto below; the Team ’88 Volunteers medal features a geometric mountain landscape; and the Olympic Arts Festival medal features a stylized “A” with a small Calgary Olympic emblem to the upper right. All have bilingual text on the reverse, “XVes Jeux Olympiques d’hiver, XV Olympic Games, Calgary 1988,” with the athletic medals also bearing the stylized snowflake/maple leaf emblem of the Games and the Olympic rings at center. The gold medals for the Olympics, Olympic demonstration sports, and disabled skiing are suspended from cut lengths of their cyan, red, and blue ribbons, as is typical for these Jostens displays; what is atypical is that these medals are not marked as samples—we therefore believe that they are true unawarded winner’s medals (even the Olympic medals in a similar set on permanent display at Calgary’s Saddledome are marked “Sample” on the front). Due to the manner of display, we have not been able weigh or examine the medals outside of the frame; though it would be highly unusual (all Jostens-minted sample medals we have seen are marked as such on their face), there remains the small possibility that these are marked as samples on the edge. These official winner’s medal displays were created in extremely limited quantities. We believe this is the only such display to ever be offered at public auction. These medals would be highly desirable individually; to have the complete set together, in its original display case, is truly spectacular—this is a bona fide Olympic treasure from the first Canadian Winter Olympics. Starting Bid $2500

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1988

3093.

Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal.

Exceptionally rare winner’s medal issued for the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics. Gilt silver, 69 mm, 198 gm, by Peter Friedrich. The front depicts combined profiles of a laureated athlete and a First Nations indigenous person whose headdress is formed by winter sporting equipment; the reverse bears the stylized snowflake/maple leaf emblem of the Games and the Olympic rings at center, with surrounding raised bilingual text: “XVes Jeux Olympiques d’hiver, XV Olympic Games, Calgary 1988.” The edge of the medal engraved in English and French with the name of the event: “Biathlon 4 x 7.5 KM Relay.” The medal is suspended from its cyan, red, and blue ribbon, and is accompanied by its original blue velvet case. The three biathlon events of the Calgary Games were dominated by East and West Germany, Italy, and the Soviet Union, with the latter securing the most medals with four—the lone gold medal attained by the Soviet Union was in the 4 x 7.5 km relay team event, which featured the skiing and shooting prowess of Valeriy Medvedtsev, who had only days prior won silver medals in the individual and sprint biathlon events. A bona fide Olympic treasure from the first Canadian Winter Olympics. Starting Bid $2500

3094. Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

Highly desirable unawarded winner’s medal issued for the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics. Silver, 61.3 mm, 140 gm, by the Korea Security Printing and Minting Corporation. The front features the traditional medal design by Giuseppe Cassioli of a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background, and raised lettering, “XXIV Olympiad, Seoul, 1988”; the reverse features a sleek modern design by the Seoul Organizing Committee portraying a soaring dove of peace with a laurel branch in its beak, with the Seoul Olympic emblem above. The edge is not inscribed with the name of an event. Complete with its original ultramarine, red, orange, and white ribbon, and its purple velvet presentation case with cardboard box. Starting Bid $500

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3095. Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal and Press Medal with Cases. Two participation medals issued for the Seoul 1988

1992

Summer Olympics, including one given to athletes and officials, and one given to members of the press:

Beautiful participation medal issued for the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics, as presented to athletes and officials. Bronze, 60 mm, 115 gm, by Kim Kwanghyun. The front depicts Namdaemun, one of the gates in the Fortress Wall of Seoul, with mountains, clouds, cranes, and the sun; the reverse bears the Seoul Games emblem and reads “XXIV Olympiad, Seoul 1988.” Complete with its original purple velvet case. Press participation medal issued for the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 66 mm x 66 mm, 155 gm. The front features a Korean archer on horseback, with the Olympic rings below, inscribed, “XXIVth Olympiad, Seoul 1988”; the reverse depicts the Seoul Olympic Stadium and features raised facsimile signatures of Juan Antonio Samaranch, president of the IOC, and Park Seh-jik, president of the Seoul Olympic Organizing Committee, with the dates of the Games below, “1988.9.17–10.2.” Complete with its original navy blue velvet case and presentation box. Starting Bid $200

Magnificent silver-and-glass winner’s medal from the Albertville Games 3096. Albertville 1992 Winter Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

Stunning winner’s medal issued for the Albertville 1992 Winter Olympics. Silver and Lalique crystal glass, 92 mm, 175 gm, designed under the direction of MarieClaude Lalique; manufactured by Lalique. The front features a glass design of the Olympic rings over a mountainous valley, with inscribed border, “Albertville 92, XVI Jeux Olympiques D’Hver / XVI Olympic Winter Games,” and Games emblem and laurel branch above; the reverse features the etched side of the same mountain valley design with plain border. Complete with its original silver ribbon with Olympic color stripes, and the attractive gray leatherette presentation case with velvet-lined interior. Consignor notes that this winner’s medal belonged to a silver medalist in the Biathlon, with the six events held between February 11–20 at the Les Saisies ski resort. The Biathlon events were dominated by Germany and the Unified Team, who respectively amassed totals of seven and six winner’s medals. The Unified Team was a joint squad consisting of six of the fifteen former Soviet republics: Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, and Armenia. The 1992 Winter Olympics were the last competition to be staged in the same year as the Summer Olympics, and the first winter games since the end of the Cold War. An immensely attractive, utterly unique and innovative second place prize that represents only the second winner’s medal we have offered from the historic XVI Winter Olympiad. Starting Bid $2500

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3097. Albertville 1992 Winter Chrome-Plated Steel Olympics Participation Medal. Impres-

sive participation medal issued for the Albertville 1992 Winter Olympics. Chrome-plated steel, 68 mm, 198 gm, by Renee Mayott and struck by the official French Mint, Monnaie de Paris. The front depicts the Albertville Games emblem encircled with French and English text, “XVI Olympic Winter Games 8-23 February 92, XVI Jeux Olympiques D’hiver 8–23 Fevrier 92”; the reverse depicts a star hanging over the Alps and Olympic rings, encircled with the Olympic motto, “Citius, Altius, Fortius, Albertville 92.” Starting Bid $200

3098. Barcelona 1992 S u m m e r Olympics Gilt VIP Participation Medal.

Scarce VIP participation medal issued for the 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympics. Gold-plated copper, 70 mm, 254 gm, by Xavier Corbero; manufactured by Fábrica Nacional de Moneda. The front is engraved “XXV Olimpiada Barcelona 1992,” with the Games logo of a stylized man leaping over the Olympic rings; the reverse bears an engraved spiral and elongated lightning bolt. A beautiful and seldom-seen VIP participation medal from the XXV Olympiad. Starting Bid $200

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3099. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the 1992 Barcelona Summer Olympics. Burnished copper, 70 mm, 254 gm, by Xavier Corbero; manufactured by Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre. The front is engraved “XXV Olimpiada Barcelona 1992,” with the Games logo of a stylized man leaping over the Olympic rings; the reverse bears an engraved spiral and elongated lightning bolt. Complete with its faded dark red pouch. Starting Bid $100

3100. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Pattern Medal. Uncommon winner’s pattern medal for

the Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 70 mm, 257 gm, by Xavier Corbero; manufactured by Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre. The front depicts a seated Victory in Modernist style holding a winner’s crown and palm branch with Olympic rings and raised text: “XXV, Olimpiada Barcelona, 1992”; and the reverse featuring the Games logo of a stylized man leaping over the Olympic rings. Starting Bid $200

3101. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics NOC Pin Collection.

Impressive collection of 276 National Olympic Committee (NOC pins) issued for the Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics, the majority of which are enameled, ranging in size from .5 x .5 to 2 x 1. The collection represents a total of 182 nations and territories, including all 169 countries that participated in the historic XXV Olympiad. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200


3104. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Winner’s Medal Case. Attractive

3102. Lillehammer 1994 Winter Olympics Copper Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Lillehammer 1994 Winter Olympics. Copper, 66 mm x 76 mm, 223 gm, by Morten Kleppan. The front depicts the Lillehammer Games emblem and rings set between ice crystals and pictograms of sporting events, with raised text, “The XVII Olympic Winter Games Lillehammer 1994”; the reverse bears various sports pictograms and the ice crystal design. Complete with its impressive original wooden presentation box. Starting Bid $200

wooden winner’s medal display case issued for the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics, 5.25 x 2.25 x 7, with upper lid laser-cut with the centennial host logo and the interior lined in black felt. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3103. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Torch.

Official 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics torch, constructed of gold-plated brass, aluminum, and Georgian pecan hardwood, measuring 31.75˝ in length and 2˝ at its widest point. Designed by Peter Mastrogiannis, the wooden handle represents the connection of the flame between heaven and earth, and the torch’s twenty-two reeds, representing every host city of the Olympic Games since 1896, are gathered by bands at the top and bottom. The upper band displays the Atlanta Games logo and the quilt of leaves design, and the bottom band lists all Olympic cities and their dates since 1896. The metal ‘reeds’ are bent inward at the top, making this example of torch appear straighter than those with the typical flared end. The torch relay was run from April 27 to July 19, 1996, and covered 26,875 km across the United States by over 12,000 torchbearers. Its journey included a trek on the Pony Express, a ride on the Union Pacific Railroad, and the first instance in which an Olympic relay torch made its way into space when it was carried aboard Space Shuttle Columbia as part of STS-78. A highly appealing relay torch from the Centennial Olympic Games. Starting Bid $200

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1996

3105. 1996 Summer Olympics Centennial Torch. Sought-after official

International Olympic committee (IOC) centennial torch, constructed of aluminum and wood, measuring 21.75˝ in length and 6˝ at its widest point. The main body is ribbed in a fashion similar to the twentytwo reeds found on the Atlanta torch, with a band above the wooden handle engraved with the names of all the host cities and their dates since 1896. An example of this unique torch was lit in Greece on March 30, 1996, and designed specifically for use at an event in Athens hosted by the Hellenic Olympic Committee to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first modern Games. Representatives from each host city since 1896 attended and participated in a torch run inside Athens Olympic Stadium using these torches. An elegant, unused torch commemorating one hundred years of Olympic excellence. Starting Bid $200

3106. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma. Official first-place winner’s diploma from the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics, 8.5 x 12, awarded to Russian race walker Yelena Nikolayeva for her gold-medal finish in “Athletics—10km Race Walk.” Complete with its original dark green folder, gilt-stamped with the logo of the Games. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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3107. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Swatch Collection Set. Uncommon Swatch commemorative watch

collection set released for the Centennial Atlantic 1996 Olympic Games, containing nine strikingly designed wristwatches honoring notable historic Olympic Games, including: Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics, St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics, Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics, London 1948 Summer Olympics, Rome 1960 Summer Olympics, Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics, Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics, Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics, and Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics. The watches are displayed in their clothbound 12.25 x 16.5 x 2 presentation case. In unused, mint condition. Includes the original Swatch pamphlet, instruction booklet, and protective sleeve. Starting Bid $200

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The impressive torch of the XVIII Olympiad, with official Nagano relay and volunteer suits

3108. Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics Torch with Relay and Volunteer Uniforms. Official 1998 Nagano Winter Olympics torch, comprised

of aluminum and cotton, measuring 21.5˝ in length and 4.75˝ at its widest point. Manufactured by the Katsura Co., and designed by the Nagano Olympic Games Organizing Committee, the torch was inspired by pine branch torches called taimatsu that were used in the past in Japan. The hexagonal shape of the body represents snow crystals, with the silver color chosen to resemble a wintry landscape; when turned upside-down, the torch gives the resemblance of a Bonsho bell found in Buddhist temples. The six silver-colored vertical bands are adorned with raised pictograms of fifteen sporting events, as well as the Nagano Games logo and text in both English and French, “The XVIII Olympic Winter Games, Nagano 1998.” The five red rings mounted to the top bear gold-colored Olympic rings, and the yellow rope wrapped to the lower handle is a reference to a traditional element of Japanese design. Includes the original shipping box. The torch is accompanied by the official Nagano 1998 Winter Games torch relay suit by Mizuno, size SS, consisting of white-and-blue shell jacket and pants with both featuring stylized torch relay logos. Also included is the official torch relay ‘cold weather’ volunteer suit by Mizuno, size B–L, consisting of a baseball cap with ear flaps, stylish insulated snow pants, and a warm winter jacket, with cap and jacket featuring various Nagano 1998 emblems. The Olympic flame arrived in Tokyo on December 23, 1997, and was soon split into three flames at a ceremony in the Yoyogi Athletic Park on January 4, 1998. They were taken by plane to three destinations—the Eastern Japan route (Hokkaido), the Pacific Ocean route (Kagoshima), and the Sea of Japan route (Okinawa)—and, upon entering Nagano Prefecture from the north, south, and east, the flames were reunited in Central Square on February 6th. The relay lasted a total of 51 days, traveled over 3,400 km, and featured over 6,900 torchbearers. The Games themselves were highly successful, and witnessed the introduction of women’s ice hockey, curling, and snowboarding. Additionally, National Hockey League players were allowed to participate in the men’s ice hockey event. A scarce and brilliant Olympic torch that gracefully blends Japanese tradition with a modern touch. Starting Bid $500

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Stunning safety lamp from the Nagano Olympics

1998

3109. Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics Mother Flame Safety Lamp. Highly sought-after ‘mother

flame’ safety lamp from the Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics, 15˝ in height and 10˝ in diameter, consisting of a large glass globe and a brass frame with lower portion featuring the Olympic rings and the upper handled section with plate bearing the multicolored Nagano Games emblem. The globe and frame house the interior lamp chimney and burner, with base featuring labels in Japanese characters. Olympics safety lamps are used during the torch relay as a back-up in case the primary torch goes out, with this particular lamp designed to protect the Olympic flame from its original lighting in Olympia as it made its way to Asian soil.

The Olympic flame arrived in Tokyo on December 23, 1997, and was soon split into three flames at a ceremony in the Yoyogi Athletic Park on January 4, 1998. They were taken by plane to three destinations—the Eastern Japan route (Hokkaido), the Pacific Ocean route (Kagoshima), and the Sea of Japan route (Okinawa)—and, upon entering Nagano Prefecture from the north, south, and east, the flames were reunited in Central Square on February 6th. The relay lasted a total of 51 days, traveled over 3,400 km, and featured over 6,900 torchbearers. A magnificently rare safety lamp for an Olympic ‘mother flame.’ Starting Bid $1000

3110. Nagano 1998 Wi n t e r Ol y m p i c s Bronze Participation Medal. Beautiful par-

ticipation medal issued for the Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 137 gm. The front features a forest of small trees on a mountain side with a curve denoting a ski slope; the reverse bears the Nagano Games logo and a wreath effect along the rim. Complete with its original white paper sleeve with foam holder. Starting Bid $200

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3111. Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics. Silvercolored, 50 mm, 69 gm. The front depicts the Sydney Olympic emblem surrounded by the ‘fluid energy’ motif used for the Games; the reverse bears the Olympic rings and reads, “The Games of the XXVII Olympiad,” surrounded by the same motif. The medal bears some slight tarnishing. Complete with its clear plastic case and presentation box, with some scuffs and creasing to the case and box. Starting Bid $200


2002

3112. Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics Torch. Elegant official 2002 Salt Lake City

Winter Olympics torch, constructed of silvered metal, copper, and glass, measuring 32.5˝ in length and 3.5˝ at its widest point, designed by Axiom Design and manufactured by Coleman. The torch was modeled after an icicle and slightly curved to represent speed and fluidity, with a contrasting dull and polished finish on the handle to represent the meeting of modernity with the past. The handle is engraved with the motto of the games, “Light the fire within,” and a raised emblem of the games appears near the top. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on November 19, 2001, and began the American leg of its journey on December 4 in Atlanta. The route passed through the past host cities in the United States—Atlanta, Lake Placid, St. Louis, Los Angeles, and Squaw Valley—over a 21,725 km route. Starting Bid $200

3113. Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Partici-

pation medal issued for the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 50 mm x 90 mm, 240 gm, by O. C. Tanner. The front depicts three athletes bursting from a mountain, with the Olympic rings below; the reverse bearing the Delicate Arch, inscribed “Light the fire within,” with a mountain range in the background and the Olympic rings and logo below. Complete with its original black wooden case and drawstring bag. Starting Bid $200

3114. Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics Participation Diploma. Official participation diploma from the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics, 7.5 x 10.5, bearing the facsimile signatures of IOC president Jacques Rogge and Organizing Committee president Mitt Romney. Complete with its original folder. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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2002

3115. Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics Identification Card. Official Olympic Identity and Accreditation

Card (OIAC) for the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics issued to skiing coach Brent Amsbury, one page, 10.5 x 6, with its original envelope. Born in Seattle, Amsbury served as a coach for the Czech Republic’s ski team for the 2002 Games. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3116. Athens 2004 Summer Olympics Torch. Official 2004

Athens Summer Olympics torch, constructed of aluminum and olive wood, measuring 25.75˝ in length and 2.25˝ at its widest point, designed by Andreas Varotsos and manufactured by GA & L Harrington. The torch was modeled to reflect the simple and congruous lines of an olive tree leaf, with the union of wood and metal evoking the different colors found on either side of the leaf, and the ergonomic design representing the extension of the moving flame. The front of the aluminum sheath bears the Olympic rings and Athens emblem, with Greek engraving below presented to Lena Zachopoulou. Small dent to upper tip of torch. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on March 25, 2004, and proceeded on a five continent journey that witnessed the torch pass by all the cities that had hosted the Games since 1896, as well as marking the flame’s debut in Africa, India, and South America. In total, the torch covered over 84,000 km during its 141-day journey. Starting Bid $300

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3117. Athens 2004 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Diploma. Participation medal issued for

the Athens 2004 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 50 mm, 61 gm, minted by Efsimon. The front features Greek lettering and waves of the Aegean sea on either side of the Athens Games emblem; the reverse bears raised text between a similar design as the front, “Games of the XXVIII Olympiad, 13–29 August 2004.” Includes the original presentation folder and participation diploma, awarded to Ivo Kaderka. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3118. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Torch.

Gorgeous official 2006 Torino Winter Olympics torch, constructed of blue techno– polymer–coated aluminum, measuring 31.25˝ in length and 4.5˝ at its widest point. Designed by Pininfarina, the shape of the torch was designed to appear like a ski tip, while also representing the monument and symbol of Turin, the Mole Antonelliana. Additionally, the design was intended to replicate the traditional wooden torch, giving the impression that the metal itself catches fire and burns. The middle portion of the torch bears an inscription of the Torino Games emblem with Olympic rings. Starting on December 8, 2005, the Olympic torch relay lasted 75 days and traversed over 11,300 km. In all, a total of 10,001 torchbearers carried the flame until it entered the Olympic Stadium on February 10, 2006. This sleek and dynamic Olympic torch was awarded the Lorenzo il Magnifico award, the highest prize from the Florence Biennale of Contemporary Art. Starting Bid $200


Cross country skiing medal from the Torino Games

3119. Torino 2006 Wi n t e r O l y m p i c s Bronze Winner’s Medal. Large winner’s medal

issued for the Torino 2006 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 435 gm, 105 mm, designed by Quatrini and minted by Ottaviani International. The front features a fluid geometric design of the emblem of the Games at the bottom; the reverse has a polished pictogram of the sport—cross country skiing—and is engraved with the event, “Men’s 15+15 km Pursuit.” The edge is engraved in Italian, French, and English: “XX Giochi Olimpici Invernali, XX Jeux Olympiques d’Hiver, XX Olympic Winter Games.” The uniquely designed medal has a hole at the center, through which the red, gold, and fuschia ribbon is tied. Complete with its original wood-and-plastic curved display case. At the time, the Torino winner’s medal was the largest ever issued. Starting Bid $5000

3120. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal

issued for the Torino 2006 Winter Olympics. Pewter, 40 mm, 33 gm, by Quatrini. The front depicts the Torino Games emblem with the Aqueduct of Alpignano above; the reverse bears several rays of ice crystals and the Olympic rings and motto below. Complete with its original cardboard and plastic case. Starting Bid $200

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2006

3121. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Participation Diploma. Official participation diploma from the Torino 2006 Winter Olympics, 11.75 x 8.25, bearing the facsimile signatures of IOC president Jacques Rogge and Organizing Committee president Valentino Castellani. Complete with its original presentation folder. In fine condition, a couple light creases. Starting Bid $200

3122. Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the

Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 55 mm, 122 gm. The front features the Beijing Games logo over the Bird’s Nest Olympic stadium, with raised Chinese and English text along the top; the reverse bears five Fuwa mascots over gusts of wind and engraved Chinese and English text, “One World One Dream.” Complete with its original red presentation case. Starting Bid $200

Argentinian footballer’s Beijing gold medal diploma 3123. Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Diploma. Scarce official first-place win-

ner’s diploma from the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics made of a luxurious Chinese silk backed by cardstock, 18 x 13.75, issued to Ever Banega as a gold medalist as part of Argentina’s men’s soccer (football) team. Includes the gorgeous original presentation box. A part of Argentina’s powerhouse national team, Banega logged six appearances in the Olympic tournament. Their gold medal victory came as part of a record twelve consecutive wins in Olympic play, recording six wins in 2004 and six more in 2008. Starting Bid $200

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3125. Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Pa r t i c i p a t i o n Diploma. Offi-

3124. Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Attractive participation medal issued for the

Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Silvered, 60 mm, 89 gm. The front depicts a unique orca design and the Olympic rings; the reverse bears the Winter Games emblem, graphics inspired by Canada’s natural and cultural diversity, and a raised motto, “With glowing hearts, des plus brillants exploits.” Complete with original case. Starting Bid $200

cial participation diploma from the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics, 9 x 12, awarded to Emil Faris and bearing the facsimile signatures of IOC president Jacques Rogge and Organizing Committee CEO John A. Furlong. Complete with its envelope. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3126. London 2012 Summer Olympics Torch. Stunning official 2012 London

Olympics torch, comprised of metal and aluminum, measuring 31.5˝ in length and 4.25˝ at its widest point, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, and manufactured in collaboration by Tecosim, LPG Gas, Bullfinch and Premier Sheet Metal. The gold-colored torch body consists of two envelopes of aluminum alloy perforated with 8,000 circles, a number which matches with both the amount of torchbearers and the United Kingdom relay miles, and features a golden metal logo of the Games near the top. The triangular shape refers to the multiples of three found in the Olympic movement’s values of excellence, friendship, and respect, the Olympic motto of ‘Citius, Altius, Fortius,’ and London’s hosting of the Games for the third time. The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia on May 10, 2012, and embarked on an eight-day journey across Greece and Crete before flying over to London. Commencing in Land’s End in Cornwall on May 19, the UK portion of the relay was designed so that 95 percent of the population of the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey would be a maximum of one hour from the torch route. After seventy days and 15,775 total km, the massive relay touched down in London’s Olympic Stadium on July 27. A truly regal and highly sought-after example of an Olympic torch, and a work of art that earned the Design of the Year Award at London’s Design Museum. Starting Bid $300

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3128. London 2012 Summer Olympics Pin Collection.

2012

3127. London 2012 Summer Olympics Cupronickel Participation Medal. Desirable participation medal issued

for the 2012 London Summer Olympics. Cupronickel, 38 mm, 42 gm, designed by Gordon Summers. The front features the London 2012 logo; the reverse bears the Olympic rings with engraved text along the top, “The Games of the XXX Olympiad London 2012.” Complete with its black presentation booklet and original packaging. Starting Bid $200

Huge collection of 325 National Olympic Committee (NOC) and other pins issued for the London 2012 Summer Olympics, the majority of which are enameled, ranging in size from .5 x .5 to 1.5 x 1.5. The pins in the collection represent nearly 200 different nations that participated in the historic Games. The pins are displayed on four 23 x 17 corkboards. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Brilliant ‘Chelyabinsk meteorite’ medal from the Sochi Games—one of 50 minted

3129. Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Meteorite Winner/VIP Medal with Original Case and Certificate. ‘Meteorite’ winner’s/VIP medal issued for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. Gold/silver, 51 mm, 94 gm, by Petrov P.G., Zakirov A.I. The front features a small fragment of the Chelyabinsk meteorite embedded within a design inspired by the footage of the meteor’s fall as captured by car-mounted dash cams, encircled with the text, “Chelyabinsk Meteorite, 15.02.2013”; the reverse depicts the Chelyabinsk Oblast coat of arms, with meteorite entry date below. Complete with its blue presentation case and certificate from the manufacturer. On February 15, 2003, a 20-meter near-Earth asteroid entered the atmosphere and exploded over the Southern Ural region of Chelyabinsk Oblast. The largest recorded natural object to have fallen from space since the Tunguska event in 1908, the asteroid disintegrated upon entry and showered an untold number of fragments over the area’s snow-covered fields. Among the many specimens recovered, an assemblage of 50 meteorite fragments were collected and used for special limited edition medallions to be issued at the Sochi Winter Games, with a total of 10 being awarded to gold medalists in skating, skiing, and skeleton sled events, and the other 40 presented to private collectors and VIPs. Embodying the supernal light of Olympic competition and one of Russia’s most widely witnessed natural events, this stunning medal, as rare as it is visually unique, is of considerable historic importance. Starting Bid $200

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Amazing unissued Sochi bronze winner’s medal 3130. Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal. Immensely

rare unissued winner’s medal from the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 102 mm, 471 gm, by Leo Burnett Moscow. The front and reverse of the medal share a window with a polycarbonate crystal mosaic that features a ‘patchwork quilt’ of national designs from the various cultures and ethnicities of the Russian Federation. Additionally, the front of the medal shows the Olympic rings, and the reverse is engraved with the Sochi Games logo; the edge is likewise engraved in Russian, French, and English, “XXII Olympic Winter Games.” The medal includes its attractive dark blue ribbon, as well as its white wooden presentation box, with crack to reverse hinge area. Based around the duality of nature, the Sochi medals depict the landscape of Sochi with the sun’s golden rays reflecting through a prism of snowy mountaintops onto the sandy beaches of the Black Sea coast. These magnificent prizes are the result of a national design competition organized by the Sochi Olympic committee, which requested that all formal entries be unique, modern, and, of course, Russian. Only a small number of spare medals—reportedly 46—were produced for the XXIIth Winter Olympiad to be awarded in the rare instance of a tie or draw. Coincidentally, the Sochi Games witnessed a pair of ties: Canada’s Jan Hudec and America’s Bode Miller tied for bronze in the Alpine skiing super–G, and Slovenia’s Tina Maze and Switzerland’s Dominique Gisin shared the gold in the Alpine skiing downhill, the first time a skiing event has had a joint gold medal. A truly exceptional medal from this memorable Winter Olympics, made all the more desirable by its elaborate craftsmanship and unique distinction of being an unissued winner’s prize. Starting Bid $2500

3131. Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Sochi 2014

Winter Olympics. Polished steel, 50 mm, 81 gm. The front features the Sochi emblem and patchwork quilt design of the various cultures of Russia; the reverse bears the Olympic rings and similar design motif. Includes the original presentation case. Starting Bid $200

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2016 3132. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Torch. Official 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer

Olympics torch used during the Olympic relay, constructed of recycled aluminum and colored resin, measuring 27˝ in length and 3.5˝ at its widest point, designed by Sao Paulo studio Chelles & Hayashi and manufactured by Recam Laser. The torch features a white body that automatically expands upon being lit to reveal multicolored segments drawn from the hues of the Brazilian flag, representing the natural wonders surrounding the host city. The Rio Olympic emblem also adorns the top. Includes the original brown drawstring carrying bag and tube. The torch relay began in Olympia on April 21, and concluded on August 5 at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, after visiting over three hundred of Brazil’s towns and cities. A record number of countries participated in the Rio Games, including first time entrants Kosovo and South Sudan. Ten thousand and nine hundred athletes participated in 306 medal events in 45 sports disciplines. A rare opportunity to own a relay torch from the most recent summer games. Starting Bid $200

Extremely rare Rio 2016 gold issued to a first-place winner 3133. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case. Excessively rare

winner’s medal issued for the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 85 mm, 500 gm, produced by the Brazilian Mint. The front features stylized laurel leaves—an ancient Greek symbol of victory—surrounding the Rio 2016 Olympic logo; the reverse features a traditional portrait of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, over Panathenaic Stadium with the Acropolis in the background, inscribed above, “XXXI Olimpiada Rio 2016.” The bottom edge is engraved with the name of the event; the athlete’s name and a small signed photograph will be provided to the winning bidder. Complete with the original ribbon and wooden case; the case cover’s sliding mechanism is damaged, but the function is unaffected. The medal itself exhibits a few dings and scratches, but still presents beautifully. As the first Olympiad to take place in South America, the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics sought to emphasize sustainability as a key element of its platform. The medals awarded to winning athletes embodied this goal, and were constructed using sustainable and recycled materials: the gold was certified as being mercury-free; about 30% of the silver for the medals was derived from leftover mirrors, solder, and X-ray plates; the ribbons have a composition of 50% recycled plastic bottles; and the rounded wooden presentation cases were crafted from freijó wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. The Brazilian Mint produced 2,488 medals in total—812 golds, 812 silvers, and 864 bronzes. An immensely desirable piece from the most recent Summer Games. Starting Bid $5000

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Misc. 3134. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Participation Medal.

Participation medal of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Alloy copper, 44 mm x 53 mm, 89 gm. The front features the Rio Games logo above Olympic rings; the reverse bears flowing designs above three rows of raised text, “XXXI Olympiad Rio 2016.” Includes its presentation folder with slipcase, with some slight scuffing to the latter. Starting Bid $200

3136. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Pin Collection.

3135. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma.

Official first-place winner’s diploma from the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics, 16.5 x 11.5, awarded to Daria Dmitrieva for her gold-medal finish as part of the Russian women’s handball team. Complete with its original dark green folder. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Large collection of 216 National Olympic Committee (NOC) pins issued for the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics, the majority of which are enameled, ranging in size from .5 x .5 to 1.5 x 1.5. The pins in the collection represent over 200 different nations that participated in the historic Games, as well as the Refugee Olympic Team. The pins are displayed on four 23 x 17 corkboards. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3137. Olympic Games Group of (3) Press Badges.

Scarce group lot of press badges issued for three consecutive Summer Olympic Games—Tokyo 1964, Mexico City 1968, and Sapporo 1972: the Tokyo badge, gold-plated, 38 mm x 64 mm, 44 gm, features the rising sun of the Japanese national flag above a green bar with Olympic rings and a red enamel bar, “Press,” with off-white ribbon and central yellow stripe measuring 38 mm in length; the Mexico City badge, gold-plated, 38 mm x 64 mm, features the “68” logo with Olympic rings and dove between orange bars, “Mexico” and “Prensa,” and the attached lower label marked “P” issued by the Olympic Committee; and the Sapporo badge, silvered bronze, 38 mm x 58 mm, 43 gm, featuring the Sapporo Games logo above Olympic rings and the text, “Sapporo ‘72,” and a red enamel bar with gilt text, “Press,” with white ribbon with yellow stripe measuring 76 mm in length. The Tokyo and Sapporo badges Include their original white leather presentation boxes. Starting Bid $200

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3138. Summer Olympics Ticket Collection.

Collection of 10 tickets and ticket stubs from different Summer Olympic Games, ranging in size from 2.75 x 2 to 7.25 x 3, including: Paris 1900 (Exposition Universelle), Paris 1924, Amsterdam 1928 (Soccer), Los Angeles 1932 (Track and field), Berlin 1936 (Baseball demonstration), London 1948 (Boxing), Tokyo 1964 (Athletics), Mexico City 1968, Munich 1972 (Swimming), and Montreal 1976 (Swimming). In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3139. Winter Olympics Ticket Collection.

Group lot of seven tickets and ticket stubs from different Winter Olympic Games, ranging in size from 3.75 x 2.5 to 9 x 3.25, including: Lake Placid 1932, Oslo 1952 (hockey), Sapporo 1972 (Closing ceremony), Calgary 1988 (Opening ceremonies), Lillehammer 1994 (Closing ceremony), Salt Lake City 2002 (Closing ceremony), and Torino 2006 (Bobsleigh). In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3140. Team USA Team Members’ Olympic Patch Collection.

Group of embroidered Team USA Olympic patches spanning several decades, including: four patriotic shields surmounted by the Olympics rings, from 1948/52, 1956, 1960, and 1964; an oval patch from the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics; a small rectangular “USA, 1980” patch with the Olympic rings from the Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics; individual red-and-white “USA” letter patches from the Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics; a badge-shaped patch from the Sarajevo 1984 Winter Olympics; and a badge-shaped crest-style patch from the Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics (sealed in plastic). Starting Bid $200

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3141. 1998 FIFA World Cup Medal. Scarce gold medal awarded to officials of the 1998 FIFA World Cup. Gilt bronze, 44 gm, 51 mm. The front depicts the World Cup trophy in high relief; and the reverse features raised text: “Coupe du Monde de La FIFA, France 1998.” Includes its original blue leather case. The only difference between these VIP/ official medals and player medals is the loop and the ribbon. Starting Bid $200

3142. 2002 FIFA World Cup Medal. Uncommon gold

medal issued to officials for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Gilt, 43 gm, 51 mm, by Bertoni of Milan. The front depicts the World Cup trophy in relief; and the reverse features the 2002 World Cup logo and raised text: “2002 FIFA World Cup, Korea Japan.” Housed in its original FIFA 3D display box. South Korea and Japan were selected as hosts for the first World Cup to be hosted by two countries. Brazil won the tournament for a record fifth time by beating Germany 2-0 in the final. The only difference between these VIP/official medals and player medals is the loop and the ribbon. Starting Bid $200

3143. 2006 FIFA World Cup Participation Medal with Case. Handsome participation medal issued for the

2006 FIFA World Cup. Gilt bronze, 44 gm, 51 mm. The front depicts the World Cup trophy in high relief; and the reverse features raised text: “Participant Final Competition, 2006 FIFA World Cup, Germany.” Includes its original blue leather case. Starting Bid $200


3144. 2014 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final Trophy.

Very desirable 2014 FIFA World Cup trophy issued to VIPs who attended the semifinals match at the Arena Corinthians in São Paulo, Brazil on July 9, 2014. Accurately replicating the official FIFA World Cup Trophy, this miniaturized version measures 6˝ in height, weighs 2 lbs, and is set on a black 3˝ x 1.25˝ x 3.25˝ base, with plaque featuring tourney logo and text: “Semi-Final, 9th July 2014, Sao Paulo.” Includes the original 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil presentation box, which features some slight wear. In front of a crowd of 63,267, the semi-final match between the Netherlands and Argentina on July 9th concluded with a 0-0 tie, with Argentina winning the penalty shoot-out 4-2 behind goals from Lionel Messi, Ezequiel Garay, Sergio Agüero, and Maxi Rodríguez. The Argentineans ultimately lost in the World Cup finals to Germany by a score of 1-0. Starting Bid $200

3145. 2014 FIFA World Cup Final Trophy. Sought-after

2014 FIFA World Cup trophy issued to VIPs who attended the final match at the Estádio do Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on July 13, 2014. Accurately replicating the official FIFA World Cup Trophy, this miniaturized version measures 6˝ in height, weighs 2 lbs, and is set on a black 3˝ x 1.25˝ x 3.25˝ base, with plaque featuring tourney logo and text: “Final, July 13th 2014, Rio de Janeiro.” Includes the original 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil presentation box, which features creasing and tears. In front of a crowd of 74,738, the national teams of Germany and Argentina squared off in the final match of the 2014 FIFA World Cup on July 13, 2014. Germany defeated Argentina 1–0 in extra time, with the winning goal being scored by Mario Götze in the 113th minute. The match, which was the third final between the two countries, a World Cup record, after their 1986 and 1990 matches, was billed as the world’s best player (Lionel Messi) versus the world’s best team (Germany). Starting Bid $200

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3146. 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup Medal. Attractive participation medal issued for the 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup, 57 gm, 51 mm. The front depicts the World Cup trophy in relief with raised text, “FIFA U-20 World Cup, New Zealand 2015”; and the reverse features bold raised text of the football organization. The 2015 FIFA U-20 World Cup was the twentieth edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup since its inception in 1977 as the FIFA World Youth Championship. The first competition to take place in New Zealand, the World Cup concluded with Serbia ousting Brazil 2–1 in the final. Starting Bid $200

3147. 2018 FIFA Wo r l d C u p Semi-Final Trophy. Uncommon

2018 FIFA World Cup trophy issued to VIPs who attended Match 62 of the tournament at Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on July 11, 2018. Accurately replicating the official FIFA World Cup Trophy, this miniaturized version measures 6˝ in height, weighs 2 lbs, and is set on a black 3˝ x 1.25˝ x 3.25˝ base, with plaque featuring tourney logo and text: “Match 62, 11.07.2018, Moscow Luzhniki, Semi-Final.” Bottom of base bears an “Official Hospitality” stamp. Includes the original 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia presentation box, which features some slight wear. In front of a crowd of 78,011, the national teams of Croatia and England faced off in the second semi-final match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup on July 11, 2018. Croatia defeated England 2-1 in extra time, thanks to goals by Ivan Perisˇic´ and Mario Mandzˇukic´. Starting Bid $200

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RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder to secure payment of the Auction invoice. RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the “Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession. All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. Sales Tax: RR Auction is a remote seller and we are now required to collect Sales/ Use Tax from our bidders. The states that we have nexus in we will be required to collect and remit sales tax on your behalf. Each state has different requirements to meet nexus. When RR Auction has achieved a certain monetary and/or invoice threshold in each state we will apply sales tax to your total invoice. Please go to our terms on our website to see the states that are affected. If we have not achieved nexus in a particular state it is still your responsibility to pay sales tax on your purchases. The sales tax rate is determined by the State, Country, and City where purchases are shipped to. If you decide to pick up your purchases at our New Hampshire location you will not be required to pay sales tax. The State of New Hampshire does not have a general sales and use tax. All purchases picked up at our Massachusetts location will be taxed at the current rate of 6.25%. If you have a resale number please email Sue@RRAuction.com or fax to (603) 732-4288 a copy of your state resale certificate and you will be exempt from paying sales tax. Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs. Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or thirdparty shipper. Rights Reserved: RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone. Conducting the Auction: RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.


RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question. In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale. Reserves: Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own. Off-Site Bidding: Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form. RR Auction’s Remedies: Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’s possession owned by such Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Warranties: RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.

All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices. Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly. All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception. FIREARMS. RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm. Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Bidder. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost. Unauthorized Statements: Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties. Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction. Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit. In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a


lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances. If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable. If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale. Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner. If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge. Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer. Entire Agreement: These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties. If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way. Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in

another location. The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”). The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages. The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale. The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties’ agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction. Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.

CONDUCT OF AUCTION Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).


Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction. Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment. Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid. Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice. Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers. Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion. Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct

telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve. During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www.liveauctioneers.com, www. invaluable.com and www.icollector.com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited. If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement. Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available. Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.


Bob Eaton CEO, Acquisitions (800) 937-3880 ext. 102

RR IS TRAVELING TO YOU! Our consignment team will be traveling from coast to coast curating our upcoming sales. Same-day travel anywhere in New England and Tri-State area for qualifying collections.

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