RR Auction: Olympics Auction Featuring The Mason Dinehart Collection

OLYMPIC AUCTION January 17, 2019

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Featuring The Mason Dinehart Collection

OLYMPICS AUCTION Bidding begins January 10th. Bidding will close January 17th.

Representing over a century of competition, RR Auction’s January 2019 sale maps the modern Olympic pathway with a diverse, in-demand selection of the rare and remarkable. Highlighted by the extraordinary collection of Mason Dinehart, which features a wealth of high-end winner’s medals, diplomas, torches, and pins, this auction represents the finest assortment of Olympic material we have ever brought to market. Top items include a one-of-a-kind 1968 Grenoble torch used by Daniel Robin used to light the cauldron at the closing ceremony of that Winter Games, multiple sought-after winner’s medals issued for baseball, the first Rio 2016 gold medal we’ve ever seen offered, and a variety of other iconic medals and torches. Please contact our Olympic Auction Director, Tricia Eaton, at Tricia@RRAuction.com with any inquiries; condition statements are available upon request.

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THE MASON DINEHART COLLECTION “The Olympic motto— ‘Faster, Stronger, Higher’— these medals and pins and torches represent the very best of our athletes, of the various competing nations.”

- MASON DINEHART

The arrival of the 1984 Summer Games in Los Angeles awoke in Mason Dinehart a dormant passion that over the span of three decades has grown into one of the world’s most impressive Olympic collections.

“I was never a collector,” recalls Dinehart. “I never collected stamps or autographs. I never had an interest. That changed with LA.” In the sprawling parking lot of the Memorial Coliseum thousands of Olympic spectators converged. His curiosity piqued, Dinehart wandered amongst the crowds and soon found his first Olympic keepsake.

“The number of people on the grounds was incredible. But as you walked in, you would find groups of people excitedly selling and trading and bargaining for these small Olympic pins.”

Dinehart’s purchase of his first Olympic pin ultimately led to a completed set, which in turn led to participation medals and then to torches and then, eventually, to winner’s medals—of which his 1936 Garmisch bronze and his 1984 LA gold sit above all others.

While the significance of the 1984 LA Games experience cannot be understated, Dinehart admits that the events and prizes of the Berlin Olympics in 1936—the year of Dinehart’s birth—remain his favorite, with the large pins of the XI Olympiad representing “the most beautiful” of the entire Olympic field. Other Dinehart favorites include: the 1964 Tokyo and 1988 Seoul participation medals, the 1956 Cortina silver and bronze winner’s medals, the 1964 Tokyo gold winner’s medal, and the numerous handsome torches of the Summer Games.

“They represent the Olympic ideal, of hard work and determi-

nation. The Olympic motto—‘Faster, Stronger, Higher’—these medals and pins and torches represent the very best of our athletes, of the various competing nations. They’re unique, and beautifully designed, and I find them each to be remarkably fascinating pieces of history.”

The Dinehart collection is rooted in its owner’s background as a young athlete, a former track star who relished in the thrill of competition. But perhaps the allure of the Olympic spotlight and performing under pressure also reminds Dinehart of his first career—that of the Hollywood actor.

From 1948 until 1960, Dinehart appeared in a variety of movies and television shows alongside famous costars like Roy Rogers, George Burns, Rory Calhoun, and Mickey Rooney.

He played a youthful Bat Masterson in 34 episodes on the Western TV series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, and, in one his earliest roles, he appeared briefly as a young Clark Kent on the first episode of the 1948 serial Superman—making him one of the first actors to appear as the ‘Man of Steel’ on screen. Dinehart recently turned his collection efforts to amassing the first 180 copies of the comic book series Classics Illustrated.

The lots from The Mason Dinehart Collection include: 3007, 3009, 3010, 3013, 3016, 3028, 3029, 3036, 3041, 3044, 3045, 3047, 3052, 3053, 3055, 3056, 3065, 3067, 3070, 3073, 3079, 3081, 3085, 3089, 3098, 3099, 3102, 3103, 3104, 3113, 3115, 3116, 3123, 3128, 3129, 3133, 3134, 3137, 3142, 3157

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3001. Athens 1875 Zappas Olympics Silver ‘B’ Winner’s Medal. Scarce winner’s medal issued for the 1875 Zappas Olympics. Silver (B Class), 37 mm, 22 gm, by Albert Désiré Barre; manufactured by the Paris Mint. The front depicts a relief bust of King George of Greece encircled with Greek text: “George the First, King of the Hellenes”; the reverse features a laurel wreath with legend: “Olympia, at Athens, 1875, Class B,” with surrounding inscription: “Organizer of the Games Evangelis Zappas.”

Sponsored by Evangelis Zappas (1800–1865), a Greek patriot, businessman, and philanthropist, the Zappas Olympics was a series of athletic events held in Athens designed to reintroduce a modern version of the ancient games into the nation of Greece. The first was held in 1859, while the other three—1870, 1875, and 1888—were held posthumously in Zappas’ honor. Although not an international event, the Zappas Olympics were significant to the Games of today, as the modern arrangement of gold, silver, and bronze medals serving as awards for first, second, and third prizes was established according to the original plan of the Zappas Olympics. An exceptionally scarce winner’s medal, with only 205 Class B silvers minted for distribution. Starting Bid $200

Beautiful complete set of 1900 Exposition Universelle award medals 3003. Paris 1900 Exposition Universelle Set of (5) Medals. Rare complete set

of the five variations of nonathletic 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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3004. Paris 1900 Summer Olympics Official Program.

Extremely rare official custom-bound hardcover program in English for the Paris 1900 Summer Olympics, 6.5 x 9.75, 64 pages, with title page reading: “Republic of France, Universal International Exposition of 1900, Programme of International Contests of Physical Exercises and Sports.” The book contains a five-month schedule for events occurring between May 15th to October 9th, with various date and information sections relating to Athletic Games, Bicycle Races, Automobile, Equestrian Sports, Fishing Contest, Fencing, Nautical Sports, Aerostation (carrier pigeons), Shooting, and Gymnastics. In fine condition, with light foxing to endpapers and mild wear to exterior. The English version of the program for these Games is extremely rare. Starting Bid $200

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3005. St. Louis 1904 Summer Olympics Judge’s Badge. Scarce brass judge’s badge

issued for the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition in St. Louis, which played host to that year’s Olympic Games, 1.25˝ x 1.25˝, with center reading in blue enamel, “Juror,” and fleur-de-lis between extensions that read: “Universal Exposition St. Louis 1904.”

Reverse bears the maker mark of the Mermod & Jaccard Jewelry, Co. of St. Louis. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Immensely rare 1904 St. Louis official’s participation medal 3006. St. Louis 1904 Summer Olympics Official’s Participation Medal/Badge.

Extremely rare official’s participation medal issued for the St. Louis 1904 Summer Olympics. Copper, 40 mm, 30 gm, by Dieges & Clust, New York. The front, inscribed, “Olympic Games, St. Louis, USA, 1904,” features an idealized nude athlete mid-stride with a laurel branch in his hand; the reverse features the lengthy text, “1803, Universal Exposition Commemorating the Olympic Games, 1904, Physical Culture Department, Frederick J. V. Skiff, Director of Exhibits,” encircled by ivy leaves with the shield emblems of St. Louis, France, and USA. Topped with a loop, this type of medal was originally suspended from a colorful ribbon and issued only to officials to be worn as a badge; those issued to athletes were identical, but lacked the loop and instead had an entirely plain edge. The 1904 St. Louis is the rarest and most coveted of all Olympic participation medals. Starting Bid $2,500

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3007. Athens 1906 Summer Olympics S i l ver Wi n n er ’s Medal. Sought-after

1906

winner’s medal issued for the Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics. Silver, 50 mm, 58 gm, by Jules Clement Chaplain. The front depicts a relief portrait of Zeus holding Nike, the goddess of Victory, in the palm of his hand, with text along left side, “Olympia”; the reverse bears a detailed view of the Acropolis of Athens topped by the Parthenon, with raised Greek characters to upper and lower portion, “International Olympic Games in Athens, 1906.” Stamped “Argent” on the edge. The winner’s medals for the 1906 Athens Games share the same design as the Athens Olympics from 1896, with the ceremony year serving as the lone distinction. 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. Only the second silver medal from the 1906 games we have ever offered, this uncommon prize boasts a stunning matte patina and is in exceptional condition. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3009. London 1908 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal Case.

3008. Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics Gilt Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal

issued for the Athens 1906 Intercalated Summer Olympics.

Gilt bronze, 50 mm, 58 gm, by Nikephoros Lytras. The front shows a seated Nike holding a laurel crown above a phoenix rising from flames, with the Acropolis in the background; the reverse bears an inscribed Greek legend within a laurel wreath, with the mint along the bottom edge, “W. Pittner, Wien.” Includes the seldom-seen original circular case. The 1906 Athens participation medal was manufactured from the unused inventory of the 1896 Athens participation medals; the only difference being that a 1906 plaque has been soldered over the original 1896 date. Starting Bid $200

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Unusual silver winner’s medal presentation case issued for the London 1908 Summer Olympics. The dark blue leather case, 2.75 x 2.75 x .75, manufactured by Vaughton & Sons of Birmingham, England, is marked on the top lid in gilt text: “Olympic Games, Second Prize, 7 Metre Yacht Race. London. 1908.” This case was designed to hold a silver medal for the second place-finishing crew of the 7 Metre sailing event held at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club in Ryde on July 27 and 28. Only two Great British vessels registered for the regattas—Heroine and Mignonette—with the latter never appearing at the starting line. After two days of shortened single-round ‘matches,’ the four-man crew of Heroine, by default, was declared the first prize winners of the 7 Metre event. Great Britain dominated the Games with a total of 146 medals, far eclipsing second and third place nations the United States (47) and Sweden (25); Great Britain’s top finish in the Olympic medal table marks the only instance the country has done so in its history.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3010. London 1908 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal.

Rare winner’s medal issued for water polo at the London 1908 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 33.5 mm, 19 gm, designed by Bertram Mackennel; manufactured by Vaughton & Sons, England. The front, inscribed, “Olympic Games, London 1908,” features a victorious athlete being crowned with a laurel wreath by two seated females; the reverse depicts St. George, the patron saint of England, slaying a dragon as a goddess looks on. The rim is engraved with the name of the event, “Third Prize, Water Polo.” This medal was awarded to a member of the Swedish men’s water polo team, which placed third after only competing in a single match, an 8-4 loss to Belgium in the semifinals. Great Britain, a team that effectively had byes until the gold medal round, beat Belgium 9-2 in their only match. A women’s Olympic water polo tournament was not instituted until the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics.

Great Britain dominated the Games with a total of 146 medals, far eclipsing second and third place nations the United States (47) and Sweden (25); Great Britain’s top finish in the Olympic medal table marks the only instance the country has done so in its history. An exceptionally scarce winner’s medal commemorating Great Britain’s triumphant first outing as an Olympic host city. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3011. London 1908 Summer Olympics Silver 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

3012. Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics Pewter Winner’s Medal. Brilliant winner’s medal issued for the

Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics. Pewter, 16 gm, 33 mm,

by Bertram Mackennal and Erik Lindberg. 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. These pewter variations of the Stockholm winner’s medal are exceedingly scarce.

Starting Bid $200

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3013. Stockholm 1912 Su mmer Olympi cs Silver Winner’s Medal with Case. 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. Also includes its attractive original red leather presentation case. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3014. Stockholm 1912 Summer Olympics Pair of Programs. Two official daily programs of the Stockholm

Summer Olympics for July 12 and 13, 1912, both measure 5.75 x 8.75, sixty-four and fifty-six pages, with the front cover of each showing the front gate of the Stockholm Olympic Stadium as well as the front side of the winner’s medal. The programs list rules and regulations, information on an upcoming Swedish Choral Festival, and rosters for events like athletics, running, hurdles, long jump, wrestling, and modern pentathlon. Jim Thorpe is mentioned on page 38 of the July 12 program, and on page 28 of the July 13 program. In overall very good to fine condition, with covers to July 12 program detached but present, and stamps to front covers. Starting Bid $200

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3015. Pair of Antwerp 1920 Summer Olympics Programs. Pair of vintage programs for the Antwerp 1920

Summer Olympics: an official program in French, 5.75 x 8.25, which lists various events, athletes, and advertisements, and features scattered pencil notations; a general program for “Rules and Regulations” and “Committees,” 101 pages, 5.25 x 8.5, which lists rules, guidelines, and prizes for events like Athletics, Gymnastics, Weights and Dumb-bells, Fencing, Greco-Roman and Catch Wrestling, Boxing, Running Deer Shooting, Rowing, Swimming, Cycling, and more. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered wear from use, including creases and small tears, with some tape to binding. Starting Bid $200

3016.

A n t wer p 1920 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

1924

Formidable winner’s medal issued for the Antwerp 1920 Summer Olympics. Silver, 60 mm, 86.5 gm, by Josue Dupon; manufactured

by Hoosemans of Brussels, Belgium. 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, a cathedral 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. A robust second place medal with great historical interest.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $300

3018. United States O l y m p i c C o m m i tt e e Reports: 1920 and 1928.

Uncommon softcover pair of American Olympic Committee Reports for the 1920 and 1928 Summer Games, including: Report of the American Olympic Committee: Seventh Olympic Games, Antwerp, Belgium, 1920, 451 pages, 6 x 9, published by Conde Nast Press in Greenwich, Connecticut; and American Olympic Committee Report, Ninth Olympic Games, Amsterdam, Holland, 1928/Second Olympic Winter Sports, St. Moritz, 1928, 476 pages, 6 x 9, published by the American Olympic Committee in New York.

The latter includes a private unfilled mailing card with form used to ensure receipt of the report. In overall fine condition, with slight wrinkling and stains to spine and covers.

Starting Bid $200

3019. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Participation Badge. Official participation badge issued for the Paris

1924 Summer Olympics, 35 mm x 42 mm, marked on the reverse, “7157.” The handsome badge features the Olympic rings at the top with “Concurrent [Competitor]” below, and a red enameled border with gray lettering, “VIIIe Olympiade - Paris - 1924.” Starting Bid $200

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The first winner’s medal to feature the Olympic rings

1924

3020. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal. Choice winner’s medal issued for the Paris 1924

Summer Olympics. Silver, 55 mm, 76 gm, by Andre Rivaud, Paris. The front depicts a triumphant athlete extending his hand to a fallen opponent, with the designer’s name “A. Rivaud” etched below his foot, and the Olympic rings at the bottom; the reverse, inscribed, “VIIIeme Olympiade, Paris 1924,” depicts a harp and various pieces of sporting equipment.

Stamped “Argent” on the edge. The winner’s medals for this Olympics were the first to incorporate the Olympic rings into the design. Only 304 of these attractive second-place silver medals were issued, with this being an especially fine example. Starting Bid $500

3022. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Handsome participation medal

issued for the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 55 mm, 72 gm, by Raoul Benard. The front features a stunning raised depiction of the goddess Nike crowning victorious athletes with laurel wreaths; the reverse bears a city view of Paris and raised text, “VIIIe Olympiade, Paris, 1924,” with the designer’s monogram below. Includes the original brown presentation case with red interior; the case’s impressive condition indicates that the recipient was perhaps an official, representative, or other VIP. Starting Bid $200

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3023. Paris 1924 Summer Olympics Ticket. Official ‘Marathon Stand’ admittance ticket for the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics, 5.25 x 3, stamped “45” with Olympic rings, and highlighted areas for door “24” and section, “A.” Left side of ticket features an overhead view of the Colombes Olympic Stadium for ‘the numbering of doors.’ In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3024. Paris 1924 Summer Olymp i c s A s h t r a y.

Oval-shaped souvenir brass ashtray from the Paris 1924 Summer Olympics, measuring 5.25 x 3.25, designed by P. Lasserre and featuring a raised image of a victorious athlete in the Olympic stadium, with the artist’s name in the lower left corner and the lower rim reading: “Paris—1924.” In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

3025. Johnny We i s s m u l l e r G r o u p o f (4) Signed Items.

American competition swimmer and actor (1904–1984) best known for his role as Tarzan in the films of the 1930s and 1940s; he was also one of the fastest swimmers of the 1920s, winning five gold medals at the 1924 Paris and 1928 Amsterdam Summer Olympics. Group of four items signed by Weissmuller: a vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of him in swimming trunks, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For my Friend James, Best Regards, Johnny Weissmuller”; an ANS on a 3 x 5 album page, in full: “I don’t know how many records I have but if you can get the Spalding’s Athletic Almanac Price 25¢ you can find out all you want to know. J. W.”; a fountain pen signature, “Johnny Weissmuller, Thursday March 31, 1927, just one of the swimmers,” on an off-white 5 x 3 album page; and a program for a testimonial dinner honoring swimming coach Charles E. Silva, held on November 10, 1967, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Weissmuller. In overall very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3027. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Concurrent Badge. Official

1928

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 is stamped “895,” with raised manufacturer text above, “Huguenin Freres & Co., Le Locle, Suisse.” Starting Bid $200

3028.Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics Official Diploma. G G o r -

geous official participation diploma issued to a gymnastics judge at the Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics, 18.25 x 25.25.

Printed by Senefelder and designed by Christiaan Johannes van der Hoef, this beautiful lithographstyle diploma features a unique black-and-gold Art Deco theme, with kneeling Nike goddess of victory over Olympic rings and bold text: “IXe Olympiade Amsterdam 1928, JUDr. M. Klinger, Tsjecho Slowakije [Czech Republic Slovakia], Official Gymnastiek.” Below, the diploma features facsimile signatures of NOC president Baron Schimmelpenninck and IOC president Henri de Baillet-Latour. Impressively triplematted and framed to an overall size of 26.25 x 33.25. In fine condition, with some scattered spotting. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3026. St. Moritz 1928 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. 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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3029. Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal. Attrac-

tively re-plated winner’s medal issued for the Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver (re-plated), 55 mm, 66 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli; manufactured by the Dutch State Mint of Utrecht, Netherlands. The front, inscribed, “IXe Olympiade, Amsterdam, 1928,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes.

There were 254 of these gold medals produced, of which 110 were awarded to first place winners in the 109 sporting events, an unequal number given that a first-place tie in the lightweight category of weightlifting resulted in two gold medals. Additionally, nine gold medals were also awarded to first place winners of the 13 events of the art competitions, again an unequal number due to some events and categories that did not present medals. Professionally restored to its original golden sheen, this beautiful top prize medal represents an Olympiad noted for its legendary performances and the start of several enduring Olympic traditions—the Amsterdam Games were the first to bear the name ‘Summer Olympic Games’ and the very first to feature a fixed schedule of 16 days; Germany returned to competition after a 16-year ban; Tarzan actor Johnny Weissmuller won two gold medals in swimming; Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi won his ninth, and final, gold medal; and Mikio Oda of Japan became the first gold medalist from an Asian country after he won the triple jump event.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3031. Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics Ticket. Official admittance ticket for the

3030. Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal. Handsome winner’s medal issued for the Amsterdam 1928

Summer Olympics. Silver (professionally cleaned), 55 mm, 69 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli; manufactured by the Dutch State Mint of Utrecht, Netherlands. The front, inscribed, “IXe Olympiade, Amsterdam, 1928,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes. Starting Bid $500

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Amsterdam 1928 Summer Olympics, 3.75 x 2.5, marked “S, 12” and numbered “32,” with center text issuing the ticket for “Voetbal,” or a football/soccer match. In fine condition.

Pencil notations on the reverse indicate that this ticket was for a semi-finals match between Argentina and Egypt on June 6, 1928, with the former winning by a score of 6-0. The Argentine team would play Uruguay twice in the final round, with the first match ending in a 1-1 tie on June 10, and the Uruguay team winning the rematch and the gold with a 2-1 victory on June 13. Starting Bid $150

3032. Los Angeles 1932 S u m m er Ol y m p i c s Silver Winner’s Medal.

1932

Winner’s medal issued for the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics. Silver, 55 mm, 66 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli. The front, inscribed, “Xth Olympiad, Los Angeles, 1932,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Coliseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by jubilant athletes. A wonderful example of this classic design. Starting Bid $500

Handsome participation medal from the 1932 Lake Placid Olympics—America’s first Winter Games

3033. Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Scarce participation medal issued for the 1932 Lake Placid Winter

Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm x 48 mm, 83 gm. The front depicts the winged figure of Fame blowing into a long horn against a wintry landscape, with the Olympic rings above; the reverse, inscribed “III Olympic Winter Games Lake Placid 1932,” features six shields of winter events, with scenes of curling and dogsledding below. The top edge lacks the typical Robbins Company hallmark. A beautifully designed Olympic medal from America’s premiere Winter Games, made all the more desirable by its scarcity. Starting Bid $1000

3034. Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics Poster.

Rare official poster of the 1932 Winter Olympics, 24.5 x 38.75, featuring a four-man bobsled team as the central artwork, with an 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.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 30 x 45. In fine condition, with a few small creases.

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

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3038. Buster Crabbe Group of (5) Signed Photographs. American

1932

3035. Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics Celluloid Ticket Set. Attractive set of three multicolored celluloid

tickets from the Lake Placid 1932 Winter Olympics, each measuring 3.27 x 2.25, with front reading, “III Olympic Winter Games, Lake Placid 1932, Feb 4–13,” and the back featuring an image of the 1932 bronze participation medal. The tickets include: a green $15 “Standing Room Season Ticket,” with No. 567; an orange $30 “Bleacher Season Ticket,” with No. 749; and a dark blue $45 “Grandstand Season Ticket,” Section 3 and Seat 32. In overall fine condition. This was the only time in Olympic history that celluloid was used for tickets. Starting Bid $200

swimmer and actor (1908– 1983) best known for his roles in the Tarzan, Flash Gordon, and Buck Rogers film series; as a swimmer, he won a gold medal at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics and a bronze at the 1928 Amsterdam Summer Olympics.

Group of five photos of Crabbe at various aquatic events over the course of his lifetime, ranging in size from 5 x 7 to 8 x 10, each signed and inscribed in ink. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Los Angeles 1932 S u m m e r Olympics Participation Diploma. Gor-

geous participant’s diploma from the Los Angeles 1932 Summer Olympics featuring an ornate classical Greek design, 21.5 x 16.25, awarded to John H. Drummond for his role in judging the wrestling competitions. In fine to very good condition, with some edgewear and soiling. Drummond was a member of the American Olympic wrestling committee. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3037.

Jesse Owens Signature.

Circa 1970s ballpoint signature, “Jesse Owens,” on an off-white 7.5 x 10.75 sheet bearing an ownership notation and much earlier 1940 date. In very good to fine condition, with slightly irregular overall toning.

Starting Bid $200

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3039. Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Garmisch 1936

Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 71 gm, by Kunststickerei M. Jorres. The front, inscribed, “Olympische Winterspiele, 1936, Garmisch-Partenkirchen,” features the Olympic rings over an alpine summit; the reverse bears a simple motto, “Citius Altius Fortius,” over a fir branch. An apparent custom necklace hole has been neatly refilled. Only 1,660 of these were struck, making it one of the rarer participation medals.

Starting Bid $200

3040. Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics Athlete’s Badge. Athlete’s

badge issued for the Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 32 mm, 18 gm. The badge features an enamel design of the Winter Olympics logo encircled by a laurel wreath, with the reverse engraved, “Teilnehmer, 266.” Starting Bid $200

1936

Magnificent 1936 bronze winner’s medal, plus an official diploma for third-place in pairs figure skating

3041. Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case and Diploma. Im-

pressive winner’s medal issued for the Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 100 mm, 334 gm, struck by Deschler and Sohn of Munich, Germany, and designed by Richard Klein. The front features a female holding a victory wreath and riding a triga on an arch above winter sports equipment, with raised text, “Garmisch-Partenkirchen”; the reverse shows the Olympic rings encircled with raised text, “IV Olympische, Winterspiele 1936.” Complete with its maroon case, stamped on the cover with the Olympic rings. Also includes a beautiful winner’s diploma from the Garmisch 1936 Winter Olympics, 13.75 x 19.25, awarded to Hungarian figure skaters Emilia Rotter and Laszlo Szollas for their third-place finish in pairs figure skating [note: this diploma was not issued with this medal, but is included as a related third-place accompaniment from the same Games]. The diploma, which has been affixed to a same-size sheet, is signed by the president of the organizing committee, Karl Ritter von Halt, and the president of the International Olympic Committee, Henri de Baillet-Latour. Only 755 athletes competed in these games, with a total of 36 gold, 36 silver, and 36 bronze medals minted. Any Garmisch winner’s medal is therefore exceedingly scarce and desirable. In addition to their high rarity, the Garmisch winner’s medals are among the largest and most impressive of all Olympic prize medals ever awarded. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $2,500

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3043. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Torch.

Official 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, “Fackel-Staffel, 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 platform is inscribed, “Stiftung Der Fried Krupp A. G. Essen, Krupp Nirosta V2A Stahl.” Some mild scattered scratches 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

3045. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal.

Rare winner’s medal for the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 55 mm, 74 gm, by Giuseppi Cassioli. The front, inscribed, “XI. Olympiad, Berlin, 1936,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Coliseum in the background; the reverse portrays a winner carried by several jubilant athletes; and the bottom edge engraved, “B. H. Mayer, Pforzheim.” The first bronze winner’s medal we’ve offered from the controversial 1936 Berlin Olympics. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3044. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Gilt Bronze Marble Plaque. Uncommon Olympic presentation plaque

featuring two gilt bronze medals issued for the Berlin 1936 Summer Games. Mounted to a 6.75 x 3.5 x .75 marble base weighing exactly 2 lbs, the medals, believed to be uniface and having the same characteristics as winner’s medals, depict both sides of Giuseppi Cassioli’s classic medal design; the front, inscribed, “XI. Olympiad, Berlin, 1936,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Coliseum in the background, and the reverse portrays a winner carried by several jubilant athletes. Bearing the requisite qualities of a 1936 Berlin winner’s medal, this unusual display was presumably used as a promotional design piece or as a commemorative gift presented to Olympic officials. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $300

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3046. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participation 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

3047. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma.

Extremely attractive official bronze medal winner’s diploma issued to the German eight-man rowing team at the Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics, 19.75 x 15, with a view of the Olympiastadion flanked by embossed images of the Brandenburg Gate and the Olympic Bell, with bold German text: “Ehrenurkunde, Deutschland, Dritter, Achter [Honorary Certificate, Germany, Third, Eighth].” In very good to fine condition, with a small gouge to center, and slight wear/creasing to edges. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3048. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Poster. S Rare color

24.75 x 39.5 English variant of the official poster designed by Franz Wurbel for the 1936 Berlin Summer Olympics. The poster portrays a golden classical athlete wearing a laurel crown, with the Brandenberg Gate in the foreground and Olympic rings at the top. The text reads: “Germany, Berlin 1936, 1st-16th August, Olympic Games,” with smaller text reading, “Information and handbooks from all tourist and travel agencies.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 33 x 48.25. In very good condition, with paper loss to upper portion, and scattered tears and scuffing; with some wear and scratches to frame; in spite of its flaws, the poster still makes for a striking and powerful showcase.

Sponsored by German railways, these posters were published in nineteen different languages. Starting Bid $300

1948

3050. St. Moritz 1948 Winter Olympics Participation Medal. Desirable participation medal

issued for the St. Moritz 1948 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 40 mm, 25 gm, by Emil Wiederkehr. The front depicts a symbolic figure of the goddess Victory against a mountain backdrop; the reverse features the Olympic rings above text, “Vmes Jeux Olympiques d’Hiver, St. Moritz, 1948,” against a snowflake background. Complete with its original maroon Huguenin presentation box. Starting Bid $200

3051. London 1948 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued

for the London 1948 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 51 mm, 61 gm, by Bertram Mackennal/John Pinches. The front features a quadriga with charioteer and judge, preparing to present an athlete with the palm of victory; the reverse bears a city view of London above raised lettering and Olympic rings, “XIV Olympiad, London, 1948.” Starting Bid $225

3049. Berlin 1936 Summer Olympics Bakelite Stadium Model. Original

molded Bakelite topographical model of the Reichssportfeld, the Grunewald sporting complex constructed for the Berlin 1936 Olympic Summer Olympics. The model measures 11.75 x 8.5 x 1 and depicts the sprawling Reichssportfeld grounds and its surroundings; the entirety of the model is set within a raised frame with upper border reading: “XI. Olympiade August 1936 [Olympics Rings] Reichssportfeld Berlin.”

The model includes its original box, with the inside lid bearing a detailed map of the Reichssportfeld with numbers referencing German, English, and French directories to the right side; these numbers indicate Olympic sites such as the Olympic Stadium, the swimming, hockey, and tennis stadiums, the equestrian grounds, House of the German Sport, swimming pool, the Dietrich Eckart open-air stage, the Olympic Gate, shooting range, and other notable locations. The model is based on the designs of Master Architect Werner March of Berlin, as modeled by Oskar Reich of Berlin, and was manufactured by Berlin’s Presswerk of Siemens-Schuckertwerke and sold by Sport-Lüder of Berlin-Spandau. In fine condition, with notable wear to case and map. A particularly uncommon piece of Third Reich Olympic memorabilia. Starting Bid $200

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3052. London 1948 Summer Olympics Torch. Sought-after of-

ficial 1948 London Olympics torch, comprised of aluminum alloy, measuring 16˝ in length and 5˝ 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.” 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 classically designed torch from the second ever Olympic torch relay.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection.

Starting Bid $300

3054. Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal.

Participation medal issued for the 1956 Cortina Winter Olympics. Bronze, 45 mm, 48 gm, by Constantino Affer. The front features the head of Victory crowned with Olympic rings and encircled with raised text, “VII Giochi Olimpici Invernali”; the reverse depicts a snowflake over Mt. Pomagagnon, with raised text, “Citius, Altius, Fortius, Cortina 1956.” A highly appealing Olympic medal with bold and handsome designs—Cortina was the first Winter Games to be televised, and the first Olympics ever broadcast to an international audience. Starting Bid $200

3053. Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case and Pin. Appealing winner’s

medal issued for the Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics. Bronze, 51 mm, 59 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. Includes its original dark blue presentation case and scarce bronze winner’s medal pin, marked on the reverse, “15314,” with black vinyl presentation pouch made

by Bertoni of Milan. Only 320 of these bronze medals were issued at the Helsinki games, making this is an uncommon and sought-after example. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

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3055. Cortina 1956 Winter Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case. Winner’s medal issued for the Cortina

1956 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 118 gm, by Constantino After, Milan. The front, inscribed, “VII Giochi Olimpici Invernali,” features the head of Victory crowned in Olympic rings with a torch to the right; the reverse, inscribed, “Citius Altius Fortius, Cortina 1956,” portrays an ice crystal over Mt. Pomagagnon. The designer name, “Cost/Affer,” visible to the left of Victory’s neck, and the mint on the right rim, “Lorioli.” The medal bears slight hints of verdigris patina. Includes the scarce red leather presentation case with raised Olympic rings. Cortina d’Ampezzo was initially selected to host the fifth Winter Olympics in 1944, but the Games were canceled due to the onset of World War II. Awarded as a Winter host twelve years later, Cortina is best remembered for the debut of Soviet athletes in a Winter Olympiad, as well as for the first instance in which the Olympics were internationally televised. A handsome and extremely scarce winner’s medal from the Cortina Games, one of a total 50 third place prizes issued. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $300

3056. Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case. Extremely desirable winner’s medal

issued for the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 51 mm, 69 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli; manufactured by K. G. Luke. The front, inscribed, “XVIth 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, which bears two neatly repaired cracks to sides that in no way affect its working condition. 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. There were 280 of these gold medals produced, with 273 of them being awarded. A scarce and highly attractive first place medal from the first Olympiad to be staged in the Southern Hemisphere. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

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3057.

Stockholm 1956 SummerOlymp i c s B ro n z e Participation Medal with Box. Participa-

tion medal issued 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. Completed by the rare addition of the original paper box. 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 $200

3058. Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participa-

tion 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.” Complete with its original circular plastic case. Starting Bid $250

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3059. Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma. Scarce offi-

cial winner’s diploma issued to Great Britain’s Elenor Gordon in the 200-meter breaststroke at the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics, 23 x 17.5, with Olympic rings, Melbourne coat of arms, and bold text: “Diploma, Olympic Games Melbourne 1956, Sixth, Swimming—200 M. Breaststroke, Women, H. Gordon.” Signed at the conclusion by representatives of the IOC and MOC. In very good to fine condition, with overall light scattered creasing. A total of four thousand diplomas were ordered for the 1956 Games, which were to be distributed to first through sixth individual place finishers, as well as for members of teams placed one through six. Helen Orr “Elenor” Gordon placed sixth in the 200-meter breaststroke at the XVI Olympiad, four years after earning a bronze medal in the same event. Starting Bid $200

3060. 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

3061. Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics Gold Medal Winner’s Diploma. Very desirable official gold medal winner’s diploma issued to Finland’s Veikko Hakulinen for the 4 x 10 kilometer relay cross-country skiing event at the 1960 Squaw Valley Winter Olympics, 9.25 x 12.25, with images of the gold medal sides and bold text with Olympic rings: “VIII, Olympic Winter Games, Squaw Valley, California 1960, Diploma, Veikko Hakulinen, Mens 4x10 KM Cross Country Relay, First.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3062. Squaw Valley 1960 W i n t e r Olympics Programs.

3063. Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics Collection. Group of six souvenir

Uncommon complete set of the 11 official daily programs issued at the Squaw Valley 1960 Winter Olympics between February 18 and 28, 1960.

Each program measures 4.75 x 7, with the front cover showing an image of the Blyth Arena, the Games logo and Olympic rings, with program number and date to lower border; each back cover features a map of the Nevada-California line with directions to Squaw Valley. The programs feature a detailed schedule of events for each day, in addition to entry lists and score sheets, and results of the previous day’s competitions. Each book has been annotated inside in blue ballpoint. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered stains to covers. Starting Bid $200

items relating to the 1960 Squaw Valley Winter Olympics, including: a vintage Howard flat lighter with gold-tone body featuring enamel design of mother and daughter skiing on one side and the other side reading: “VIII Olympic Winter Games, Squaw Valley, Calif. 1960”; a Century Records soundtrack album for the “Opening Day Ceremonies” of the VIII Olympic Winter Games, with the record included; a souvenir “Winter Olympics 1960, Squaw Valley” pin with three red and white ribbons; a gold-tone tie clip with enamel Squaw Valley Olympics logo; an enamel Japan Ski Team fundraising pin, featuring a pair of skis, Japanese flag, Olympic rings, and blue border reading: “Winter Olympics, Squaw Valley”; and an enamel pin of the Squaw Valley Olympics logo. In overall fine condition, with complete separation to spine of album. Starting Bid $200

Rome’s classically designed Olympic torch 3064. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Torch. Official 1960 Rome Summer Olympics torch, constructed of bronzed aluminum, measuring 15.5˝ in length and 3.75˝ at its widest point, manufactured by the Curtisa firm of Bologna. The torch’s designer, Amedeo Maiuri, was a renowned Italian archaeologist famous for his studies of the Roman site of Pompeii. Inspired by the designs and patterns of the host city’s ancient ruins and monuments, the torch is grooved with slender conical fluting along its candlestick frame, features consistent with the classical touch of the 1960 Games.

The torch platform bears the engraving, “Giochi della XVII Olympiade,” and maker’s marks, “M. F.—Curtisa—Bologna, 3375,” can be found inscribed on the bottom of the handle, with a small pit to underside of platform. Also included with the torch is its original cylindrical presentation case with inner plastic bag; the presence of this handsome case is quite rare and adds considerably to the overall appeal and completeness of the item; the case bears significant wear with a tear to upper portion. The Olympic flame was lit on August 12 in Olympia, Greece, and was carried a total of 1,863 km—excluding the flame’s voyage from Athens to Syracuse aboard the training ship Amerigo Vespucci—by over 1,500 torchbearers during its historic fourteen day relay. The XVII Olympiad earns the distinction of being the first Summer Olympics to be telecast in North America. Starting Bid $500

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3065. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal. Beautiful winner’s medal issued for a gymnastics event at the Rome 1960 Summer Olympics.

Silver, 68 mm, 102 gm, by Giuseppe Cassioli; manufactured by Artistice Fiorentini.

The front depicts a victorious athlete being carried by several jubilant athletes; the reverse, inscribed, “Giochi Della XVII Olimpiade Roma MCMLX,” features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background. The medal is set in its original cast bronze bezel, engraved at the bottom with the name of the sport in Italian, “Ginnastica.” Includes 20 olive leaf links from the original bronze winner’s chain.

The Games of the XVII Olympiad featured 14 different artistic gymnastics events, eight for men and six for women, with a total of 22 silver medals dispersed among second place finishers. Held in the Baths of Caracalla in Rome between September 5 and 10, the competitions were dominated by the Soviet Union, which attained 26 of the possible 43 medals, with the women nearly running the table in every individual event—Eva Bosáková of Czechoslovakia denied such a feat by taking gold in the balance beam. The winner’s medals issued for the 1960 Rome Olympics were the first designed to be worn around the neck and the first for any Summer Games to feature the name of the specific sport. An exquisite second place medal. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3067. Rome 1960 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma. Official

3066. 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

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participation diploma issued for the Rome 1960 Summer Olympics, 13.5 x 18.75, with embossed image of a bronze-colored medallion depicting Romulus and Remus with the Capitoline Wolf and Olympic rings, and Italian text reading (transcribed): “Games of the XVII Olympiad, Rome, for the commendable work given in the organization and performance of the Games of the XVII Olympiad.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered toning and some creasing.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3068. Innsbruck 1964 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal with Case. Participation

1964

medal issued for the Innsbruck 1964 Winter Olympics.

Bronze, 61 mm, 78 gm, by Welz. The front depicts the Innsbruck Games emblem with raised German text; the reverse bears a wonderful city view of Innsbruck with the Austrian Alps in the background. Includes the original red plastic wallet. Starting Bid $250

3069. Tokyo 1964 Summer OlympicsTorch with Medallion and Suit. Of-

ficial 1964 Tokyo Olympics torch, consisting of a blackened aluminum alloy bowl and a stainless steel cylinder, measuring 25.5˝ in length and 6.75˝ at its widest point. Manufactured

by Nippon Light Metal Co., the bowl is engraved “XVII Olympiad Tokyo 1964” with a set of Olympic rings, and the lower portion of the cylinder bears the Tokyo Games logo and reads “Showa Kaseihin Co., Ltd., 3–1964.” Some scattered soiling and nicks to cylinder, with a small dent to lower portion. Complete with its original torch holder box, which features considerable wear.

Included is a bronze Olympic Cup plaquette issued by the International Olympic Committee, 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.” The plaquette is accompanied by its original brown presentation case.

Also included is a three-button blue blazer by Toyo Rayon, likely size large, with left chest bearing embroidered patch of the 1964 Summer Games, gold-tone buttons bearing same Tokyo Olympic logo, and manufacturer’s label sewn into right chest area. A pair of gray slacks by Tetoron Marvelt accompanies the blazer.

The Olympic torch was carried for 51 days by 870 runners for a total of 26,065 kilometers. Designed on the principle of the coal-mine safety lamp, the Tokyo Olympic torch was filled with priming powder and fumigant, a two-component ignition material that needed to be wind and rain resistant, and which could both easily ignite and extinguish. Its effect was similar to that of a flare, and it proved a safe and reliable instrument over the course of its hemisphere-trotting relay. Although a typhoon and various plane issues caused a one-day delay late in the schedule, the triumphant final relay by Yoshinori Sakai through Tokyo’s National Olympic Stadium on October 10, 1964, served as a defining moment for a still healing post-war Japan. This torch beautifully represents the moment the fifth ring of the Olympiad touched down on Asian soil. The Summer Olympics will again be in Tokyo in 2020, making it the first Asian city to host two Summer Games. Starting Bid $1000

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3070. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case and Pin.

Extremely rare winner’s medal issued for a fencing event at the Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 63 mm, 102 gm, by Toshikaka Koshiba (based on the classic design of Giuseppe Cassioli); manufactured by the Japanese Print. The front is inscribed, “XVII Olimpiad Tokyo 1964, Fencing,” and features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse depicts a victorious athlete being carried by several jubilant athletes. The medal is attached to its original ribbon with Olympic colors, and includes its black wooden presentation case and scarce gold medal winner’s pin, marked on the reverse, “6917,” with accompanying black vinyl presentation pouch made by Bertoni of Milan.

The Games of the XVIII Olympiad featured eight fencing events—six for men and two for men—which resulted in the awarding of a total of 24 gold medals. Although the Soviet Union led the medal tally with six, the athletes and national teams of Hungary were awarded the most gold medals with four, with the women winning both Individual and Team Foil competitions. Highlighted by its luminous gold medal, this rare complete awards package marks the premiere instance in which we’ve offered a winner’s medal from the first Olympics held in Asia. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

3071. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma. Official winner’s diploma

from the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics, 15 x 15, awarded to Juan Carlos Gesualdi of Argentina for “6th, Equestrian Sports - Three-Day Event Team.” In good condition, with heavy dampstaining, foxing, and soiling. Starting Bid $100

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3072. Madrid 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 white-and-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

1968 3073. Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma. Attractive 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. Iurukov Gruio T., Bulgaria, Team Official.” In fine condition, with some toning and unobtrusive surface loss to corners. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $150

3074. Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case. Stunning 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 ice hockey, “Hockey Sur Glace,” and depicts a skating hockey player. Complete with original colorful ribbon and attractive black leather presentation case by Monnaiz de Paris.

Held at the Palais des Sports between February 6–17, the ice hockey tournament of the 1968 Winter Games also served as the 35th World Championships and the 46th European Championships. The Soviet Union ultimately secured their third gold medal with a 5-0 victory over Canada in the championship round, although both Czechoslovakia and Canada had an outside chance of coming away with the gold. Czechoslovakia’s defeat of the USSR in their penultimate match broke the latter’s record-tying streak of 39 straight World Championship games without a loss. 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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Rare and remarkable 1968 Grenoble torch, used by wrestler Daniel Robin to light the closing ceremony’s cauldron Excessively rare and historically significant official 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics torch, used by French wrestler Daniel Robin to light the Olympic cauldron during the closing ceremonies in Grenoble’s Le Stade de Glace on February 18, 1968. The torch, one of just 33 manufactured by the Société Technique d’Equipement et de Fournitures Industrielle (STEFI), is comprised of a handsome rose-gold bronze alloy with red feltwrapped grip. It measures 30˝ long, 4˝ at its widest point, and weighs 3.6 lbs. The torch features a long, narrow combustion chamber with a crenelated upper section representing the flame. The sides of the burner head are decorated with two silver plaques featuring the Grenoble emblem designed by Roger Excoffon, depicting the Olympic rings surmounted by a snowflake, and encircled by the text, “Xes Jeux Olympiques d’Hiver, Grenoble 1968”; the third plaque is absent, though some adhesive residue remains.

3075. Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympics Torch.

Lit in Olympia, Greece, on December 16, 1967, the Olympic flame traveled over Mount Olympus to Athens, and was then flown to the Paris-Orly airport. The first torchbearer in France was Alain Mimoun, a gold medal-winning distance runner at the 1956 Games in Melbourne and three-time Olympic silver medallist. The final torchbearer was Alain Calmat, who won silver in skating at Innsbruck in 1964. Between the two, over 5,000 torchbearers carried the flame more than 7,000 kilometers through the Jura and Vosges mountains, the Massif Central, the Pyrenees and the Alps, with a stop at Chamonix, host of the first-ever Olympic Winter Games in 1924. The penultimate torchbearer was Daniel Robin, a ‘golden child’ of the Rhône-Alpes region and sole owner of this torch for the past 50 years. A year earlier, Robin had become the first-ever French wrestling world champion in New Delhi, and he was slated to represent France at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, where he would win silver medals in both Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling.

Contrary to popular belief, Daniel Robin did not enter the Olympic Stadium with this official torch on February 6, 1968, the day of the opening ceremony. Fearing that heavy winds and rain would extinguish the flame as it ascended the 96 steps towards the Olympic cauldron, the organizers swapped the official torch with a resin stick that Robin handed to Alain Calmat in the last relay transfer (this handoff can be seen in the full Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympic Film on the Olympic YouTube channel). However, this torch got the spotlight it deserved on the very last day of the Games. On February 18, 1968, Daniel Robin used it to light the Olympic cauldron during the closing ceremonies of the Games in Grenoble’s Le Stade de Glace [Ice Stadium], in a moment captured on film by Pathé News. This Olympic flame, the only one to have been lit with the official torch, was the last to go out at the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympic Games, making this specific torch the most significant, rare, and exclusive of the 33 that were produced.

Months later, Daniel Robin would go on to win two silver medals at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, in both Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling, becoming the first wrestler to win two silver medals at the same Games. Combined with his multiple French, European, and World Championship titles, this achievement consolidated his position as one of the greatest—if not the greatest—French wrestlers of all time, and he was inducted into the United World Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012.

While Robin considered his World Championship and Olympic medals to be his greatest achievements in wrestling, he looked upon his role as a Grenoble torchbearer as an enormous source of personal pride. Any Grenoble torch would stand out as one of the rarest and most sought-after Olympic torches ever made, and their desirability has been heightened by the recent 50th anniversary of the Games. The use of this particular torch in the closing ceremonies of the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics doubtlessly makes it the finest example in existence. Starting Bid $25000

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3076. Grenoble 1968 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the Grenoble

1968

1968 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 68 mm, 158 gm, by J. M. Coeffin. The front depicts a Greek athlete wearing a headband superimposed against a background of snowflakes; the reverse bears the Grenoble Games emblem and a city view with the Belledonne mountain range in the background, with raised text along the bottom, “X Jeux Olympiques D’Hiver.”

Starting Bid $200

3077. Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics ‘Black Aluminum’ Torch. Unused official 1968 Mexico Olympics ‘type 4’ torch, constructed of black aluminum and a wooden handle, measuring 20.5˝ in length and 4˝ at its widest point. The upper metal ring features a pattern of six doves and the metallic label at the bottom reads “Mexico” twice. Base of torch bears label with the Olympics logo encircled by the text, “Comite Organizador De Los Juegos De La XIX Olympiada, Villazon–Murdock.” Scattered light wear and slight peeling to bottom label. Includes the original Olympic case. The torch relay recreated the route taken

by Christopher Columbus to the New World, and began on August 23, 1968, in Olympia, Greece. It notably traveled through Columbus’s birthplace in Genoa, where he set sail from Palos in Spain, and the first land he reached in San Salvador. In all, there were 2,778 torchbearers on the 13,546 km route. Starting Bid $200

3078. Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics ‘Aluminum Silver-Colored’ Torch. Official 1968 Mexico

Olympics ‘type 3’ torch, constructed of silver aluminum and a wooden handle, measuring 20.75˝ in length and 4˝ at its widest point. The upper metal ring features a pattern of six doves and the metallic label at the bottom reads “Mexico” twice. Scattered light scuffs and marks, with peeling to base of handle. Includes the original pink-and-green tube, which features slight wear. The torch relay recreated the route taken by Christopher Columbus to the New World, and began on August 23, 1968, in Olympia, Greece. It notably traveled through Columbus’s birthplace in Genoa, where he set sail from Palos in Spain, and the first land he reached in San Salvador. In all, there were 2,778 torchbearers on the 13,546 km route. Starting Bid $200

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3079. Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

1968

Very rare winner’s medal issued for a team fencing event at the Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics. Silver, 60 mm, 124 gm, originally designed

by Giuseppe Cassioli. The front is inscribed, “XIX Olimpiada Mexico 1968,” and features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse depicts a victorious athlete with palm branch being carried by several jubilant athletes. Top of medal features small ribbon plaque with front bearing a pictogram of two fencing swords and the reverse engraved: “Por Equipos Espada [For Sword Teams].”

The Games of the XIX Olympiad featured eight fencing events—six for men and two for men—which resulted in the awarding of 24 silver medals among its various competitors. The Soviet Union and Hungary tied for the most medals with seven each, but the former led the way with three gold medals and four silver medals, with Hungary attaining the most bronze medals with three. Although it remains uncertain from which particular team event this medal derives, countries that were awarded silver team medals include: the Soviet Union (2), Hungary, and Italy. An extremely attractive medal that represents one of the oldest Olympic sports and the first Olympiad to be staged in Latin America—our first winner’s medal from the 1968 Summer Games. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3080. Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics Medal Presentation Set. Impres-

sive cased presentation set of participation and commemorative medals from the Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics, with a label on the bottom of the case attributing them to Bruce McLaren (“Bruce McLaren’s Medals, presented to him at ‘68 Mexico GP by Pres. of Mexico”). An engraved brass plaque in Spanish affixed inside the lid reads (translated): “Remembrance of the President of the Republic Gustavo Diaz Ordaz, VII Grand Prix of Mexico, November 1968.” The set features a typical square Olympic participation medal, a slightly larger commemorative medal depicting the Zocalo, two different circular commemorative Olympic medals, a 25-peso 1968 Olympics coin, and square medals honoring the Azteca, Palacio, and Alberca venues. Legendary race car driver and designer Bruce McLaren finished in second place at the 1968 Mexican Grand Prix, which took place in Mexico City a week after the Summer Games came to an end. Starting Bid $200

3081.

Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma. Official

athlete’s participation diploma issued for the Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics, 12.25 x 12.25, with background featuring the Mexico Games “68” pictogram logo, and text reading in Spanish (transcribed): “The Organizing Committee of the Games of the XIX Olympiad awards Diploma to Matyas Hegyi of Hungary for his participation as an Athlete in the Boxing competition, Mexico, D. F. October 1968.”

In very good to fine condition, with a small separation to central horizontal fold, some singeing and creasing, and two small tears to edges. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $100

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1972 3083. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Torch.

Official 1972 Munich Olympics torch, comprised of metal and steel, measuring 29˝ in length and 8.5˝ at its widest, designed by Friedrich Krupp AG. The torch bears Olympic rings and the inscription “Spiele der XX Olympiad, Munchen 1972” on its handle, with the name of the designer engraved on the bottom. The Munich Games emblem designs a platform at the base of the combustion tube.

Platform and handle feature scattered small areas of rust, scuffing, and a small dent to underside of platform. Traveling a shade over 5,500 km over the course of 30 days, roughly 6,000 torchbearers were used to reach and light the Olympic flame at the opening ceremony on August 26, 1972. A coveted artifact commemorating Germany’s stalwart role in international sport. Starting Bid $300

3084. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case.

Beautiful 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

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3085. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Pin.

Highly sought-after winner’s medal issued to Tatyana Samusenko for a fencing event (Team Foil) at the Munich 1972 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 66 mm, 157 gm (without chain) or 210 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, “Samusenko Tatjana.” Complete with its original golden chain and winner’s pin, marked on the reverse, “4615,” with accompanying black vinyl presentation pouch made by Bertoni of Milan.

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. A total of 364 gold medals were produced by Munich’s Bavarian Mint, making these fairly scarce. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

3086. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Steel Pa r t i c i p a t i o n Medal with Case. Uncom-

mon 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. Housed in its original Lucite case. Starting Bid $200

3087. Munich 1972 Summer Olympics Flag. Massive

16-foot-long Olympic flag flown at Olympiapark during the Munich 1972 Summer Games. Manufactured by Fahnen-Gärtner of Mittersill, Austria, the white cotton flag, approximately 16.3 feet by 9.5 feet, features five large interlocking Olympic rings with upper left corner stitched with black thread: “300/500 Hi Bflg. Olym. Ringe Dialon Gartner.” Left corners bear metal clasps. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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3089. Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics Participation Diploma.

1976

3088. Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics Copper Participation Medal. Participation 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 $200

Uncommon official participation diploma issued to a member of the Hungarian wrestling team at the Montreal 1976 Summer Olympics, 11.75 x 16.75, with central gold-and-silver embossed image of the Montreal Olympic Stadium, and upper French/English text: “Games of the XXI Olympiad Montreal 1976, Diploma, Gyorgy Gurics, Hongrie.” Signed below in black ink by Roger Rousseau, head of the Montreal Olympic Organizing Committee, and Lord Killanin, president of the International Olympic Committee. In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold and scattered soiling and creases. György Gurics was a Hungarian wrestler who was an Olympic bronze medalist in freestyle wrestling at the Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics, and then, in 1961, he won a gold medal in Greco-Roman Wrestling at the World Wrestling Championships. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $150

3091. Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Flags. Two official flags from the Organizing Committee of 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympics, from the collection of Rev. J. Bernard Fell, president of the Lake Placid Olympic Organizing Committee (LPOOC): a blue-and-white flag featuring the official logo flag of the Games, measuring 59˝ x 34˝, reading, “XIII Olympic Winter Games, Lake Placid, 1980”; and a gold-fringed white official International Olympic Committee flag, measuring 62˝ x 35˝, featuring the Olympic rings. Flags like these would have flown all over Lake Placid during the Games, though these were evidently preserved indoors, given their fine condition.

These two flags originate from the collection Rev. J. Bernard Fell, president of the Lake Placid Olympic Organizing Committee, who dedicated much of his life to sport in the Lake Placid region. He first served as chairman of the 1961 World Bobsled Championships in Lake Placid, and was an organizer of the Lake Placid Winter Sports Council, serving as its first chairman from 1961 to 1964. He worked tirelessly to bring the Olympic Games to his hometown, chairing the committees that offered bids for the 1968, 1976, and 1980 Olympic Winter Games. He was ordained a deacon in the United Methodist Church in 1966 and an elder in 1971; one of the highlights of his ministry was preaching the sermon at religious ceremonies of the Lake Placid Winter Olympics in February 1980. The flags are accompanied by a letter of provenance from his son, Steve Fell. Starting Bid $200

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3092. Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Torch. Extremely rare 1980 Lake Placid Olympics torch, comprised of

bronze-colored leather and metal, measuring 28.5˝ in length and 8.5˝ at its widest point, designed by Don McFarland and manufactured by Cleanweld Turner. The torch design and materials symbolized a blend of modern technology and a reference to Ancient Greece. A silver ring at the center of the handle supplies the Lake Placid emblem and text, “XII Olympic Winter Games, Lake Placid 1980.” The bottom brass ring, which bears some scratches, is engraved with the maker’s information, “Cleanweld / Turner, Sycamore, Illinois,” with missing bottom cap. The burner bowl remains in place. Both the torch bowl and gorgeous leather-wrapped handle are remarkably well-preserved, and bear only a few minor scuffs and scratches.

After being lit in Olympia on January 30, the Olympic flame traveled by air to Athens and then to Langley, Virginia, in the United States. The American leg of the relay was 1,600 km and designed to retrace the American Revolution Bicentennial Trail. Only 52 torchbearers participated, including one from every state, plus Washington, D.C. and Lake Placid. The Olympic cauldron was kindled at Lake Placid on February 8th. A mere 140 torches were manufactured for the Lake Placid Winter Olympics, one of the smallest production runs for any Olympic torch. They are therefore extremely rare, and incredibly highly sought after. Starting Bid $2500

3093. 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. Starting Bid $150

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Complete winner’s medal set presented to Rev. J. Bernard Fell, president of the Lake Placid Olympic Organizing Committee

3095. Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Set of Gold, Silver, and Bronze Winner’s Medals. Complete set

of unawarded gold, silver, and bronze winner’s medals from the Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics, presented to Rev. J. Bernard Fell, president of the Lake Placid Olympic Organizing Committee. Designed by Tiffany and Co. of New York, the medals measure 80 mm in diameter and weigh 221.2 gm (gilt silver), 210 gm (sterling silver), and 180 gm (bronze).

The front of each medal, inscribed “XIII Olympic Winter Games,” depicts a raised hand holding the Olympic torch against a mountain backdrop, with the Olympic rings to the right side; the reverse of each medal, inscribed “Lake Placid 1980,” features a small Lake Placid Games emblem and a large pine branch with cones. Each is inscribed on the bottom edge with the Tiffany’s copyright and metal type. All medals include their original white-and-blue ribbons, presentation cases gilt-stamped with the Lake Placid 1980 logo in the medal’s color, and white Tiffany & Co. cardboard boxes. Medals exhibit some scattered tarnishing, and the presentation cases and white boxes have scattered foxing and soiling, in addition to a musty odor.

This fantastic complete set of three winner’s medals originates from the collection Rev. J. Bernard Fell, president of the Lake Placid Olympic Organizing Committee, who dedicated much of his life to sport in the Lake Placid region. He first served as chairman of the 1961 World Bobsled Championships in Lake Placid, and was an organizer of the Lake Placid Winter Sports Council, serving as its first chairman from 1961 to 1964. He worked tirelessly to bring the Olympic Games to his hometown, chairing the committees that offered bids for the 1968, 1976, and 1980 Olympic Winter Games. He was ordained a deacon in the United Methodist Church in 1966 and an elder in 1971; one of the highlights of his ministry was preaching the sermon at religious ceremonies of the Lake Placid Winter Olympics in February 1980. The set is accompanied by a letter of provenance from his son, Steve Fell. Starting Bid $5000

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3096.

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 golden ring. Burner remains in place. A few dings and dents 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.

Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is considered OVERSIZED. Please call RR Auction for a shipping quote. Starting Bid $300

3098. Moscow 1 9 8 0 S u m m er Olympics Torch Relay Diploma.

3 0 9 7.

Mo s c ow 1 9 8 0 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. Starting Bid $150

Official ‘torch relay’ diploma issued by the Organizing Committee of the Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics, 9.5 x 12.75, with rainbow stripes leading to embossed images of the 1980 torch relay participation medal, and English/ Russian text reading below: “For active participation in preparing and staging the Olympic torch relay of the XXII Olympic Games.” Signed above by a representative of the Olympic organizing committee. In fine condition, some light creases to edges.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $100

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3099. Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Case and Pin.

Scarce and sought-after winner’s medal issued for basketball at the Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics. Silver, 61 mm, 125 gm, by Ilya Postol; manufactured by the Moscow Mint. The front, inscribed in Cyrillic, features a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse features the Moscow Olympic emblem and Olympic flame; and the edge engraved in Cyrillic and identifying the event as “Basketball.” Complete with its original multi-colored ribbon. The medal is also accompanied by its original red presentation case and silver medal winner’s pin, marked “2148” on the back, with accompanying black vinyl presentation pouch made by Bertoni of Milan.

In the gold medal round of the men’s basketball tournament, Italy (4-4) earned a second place finish when they lost to undefeated Yugoslavia (8-0) by a score of 86-77. In the women’s finals, a dominant Soviet Union team finished 6-0 after a 104-73 victory over silver medal-winning Bulgaria (4-2). The United States led sixty-five countries in a boycott of the 1980 Moscow Summer Games to protest the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan; as a result, the XXII Olympiad marked the second time that the United States men’s team did not win the gold medal in Olympic basketball. A total of 452 silver medals were produced for the Games, 204 of which were actually awarded to athletes, thus making this medal quite uncommon. Between the important historical events surrounding the 1980 Moscow Olympics and the scarcity of these medals, they hold a special international appeal and are sought by collectors worldwide. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

3100. IOC 1983 Olympic Order Certificate. Uncommon Olympic Order certificate, 9 x 14, issued to Robert F. Osborne in 1983 with Olympic Rings and text in French, reading (translated): “Olympic Order, The International Olympic Committee has conferred the silver medal of the Olympic Order to Robert F. Osborne.” Signed at the conclusion by International Olympic Committee President Juan Antonio Samaranch. In very good to fine condition, with a small tear to right edge and a crease to upper portion. Created in 1975, the Olympic Order is the highest accolade of the Olympic Movement and is awarded for particularly distinguished contributions to the Olympic Movement, with grades consisting of gold, silver, or bronze.

Canada’s Robert Osborne was one of 31 honored with a silver citation in 1983. Osborne was a University of British Columbia athlete, coach, and a founder of UBC’s School of Physical Education. He enrolled at UBC in 1930 and led the 1930-31 basketball team to UBC’s first national championship. In 1936, Osborne played on the Canadian Olympic basketball team that earned a silver medal in the Berlin Olympics. Starting Bid $200

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3101. Sarajevo 1984 Winter Olympics Participation Medal with Case. Participation medal issued for

the Sarajevo 1984 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm x 65 mm, 129 gm, designed by Nebojsa Mitric. The front bears stylized raised text within a circle, “Sarajevo 84,” above the Olympic rings and logo; the reverse is plain with the monogram of the designer. Complete with its brown leather case. Starting Bid $150

3102. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal. Rare unawarded medal issued for

windsurfing, a demonstration sport at the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 121 gm. The front depicts the Los Angeles Games emblem over Olympic rings and laurel branches; the reverse features a raised design of a windsurfer between text: “Citius Altius Fortius, XXIII Olympiad.” One of the demo sports of the 1984 Summer Games, windsurfing made its first Olympic appearance between July 31 and August 8. Open only to men, the windsurfers raced over the Alpha course in the Long Beach Harbor, with the gold medal going to Dutchman Stephan van den Berg, the silver to American Scott Steele, and Kiwi Bruce Kendall taking bronze. Medals from Olympic demo sports have grown in popularity, with this unissued example a particularly scarce and apropos keepsake from the LA Olympiad.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3103. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Torch. 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 wooden presentation stand. Exhibits some wear and fading to handle, and some 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 display piece from the 1984 LA Games—the ‘City of Angels’ will have the distinction of hosting the Summer Olympics for a third time in 2028. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $300

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1984

3104. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Diploma and Participation Medal. Sought-after winner’s medal

issued to Brazilian football star David Cortes da Silva at 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 is engraved with the name of the event, “Football.” Complete with original magenta, vermillion, and chrome yellow ribbon, which features some light wear. Also accompanied by: A participation medal issued for the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics. 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.

An official winner’s diploma from the Games of the XXIII Olympiad, 15 x 15, issued to “David Cortez Silva” of Brazil for a second place finish in “Football,” signed at the conclusion by International Olympic Committee President Juan Antonio Samaranch, and three representatives of the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee.

David Cortes da Silva, better known as Davi, was a defender on the Brazilian national football team that earned a silver medal at the 1984 Summer Games, the first Olympic football competition to allow professionals. After narrowly defeating Canada on penalty kicks in the quarterfinals, Brazil pushed past Italy 2-1 to set up the gold metal match with France at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena on August 11. Attended by a then-record 101,799 spectators, the game concluded with the French securing their first and only Olympic title, beating the Brazilians by a score of 2-0. A phenomenally bright and clean second place medal tied to one of the biggest football matches in Olympic history. From The Mason Dinehart Collection.

Starting Bid $1000

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Introduced John Williams’s ‘Olympic Fanfare and Theme’

3106. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Volunteer Medal. Volunteer 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 $150

3108.

Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Trumpet.

Desirable Blessing Model B-175 herald trumpet issued for the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics in a limited edition of 126, to be used in the fanfare at the opening ceremonies in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on July 28, 1984. The trumpet, serial no. 340540, is engraved on the bell with the Olympic rings and “1984,” and includes the original folded banner with the logo of the Los Angeles Games, with two hooks for hanging it from the trumpet’s bell. Also includes a Blessing 10 1/2 C mouthpiece and the original carrying case. In fine condition. Accompanied by a photocopy of a letter from Blessing certifying the serial numbers of the 126 Blessing trumpets sent to Los Angeles for the opening ceremonies, with serial no. 340540 highlighted. In a memorable sequence from the 1984 opening ceremonies in LA, dozens of trumpeters performed the new ‘Olympic Fanfare and Theme,’ conducted by the theme’s renowned composer, John Williams. Today, this theme is one of the most recognizable and consistent elements of Olympic broadcasts in America. Starting Bid $300

3107. Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal with Case and Volunteer Medal.

Two variations of the participation medal issued for the Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics, including one given to athletes and officials, and one given to volunteers: 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.

Volunteer 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.”

Starting Bid $200

3109.

Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Bronze Participation Medal.

Participation medal issued for the Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics. Bronze, 64 mm, 133 gm, by Cornelius Martens/Jostens. 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, with white sleeve. An impressive Olympic medal with exceptionally bold designs. Starting Bid $200

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1988

3110. Official Report Group Lot of Calgary 1988, Atlanta 1996, and Salt Lake City 2002. Group of official reports in English for Calgary 1988, Atlanta 1996, and Salt Lake City 2002: Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics Official Report: XV Olympic Winter Games; The Official Report of the Centennial Olympic Games, Volumes I–III; and Official Report of the XIX Olympic Winter Games and The Fire Within. In overall very good to fine condition, with with significant water damage to slipcase and book covers of the Salt Lake City reports. Starting Bid $200

Amazing Jamaican bobsled crash helmet from the 1988 Calgary Games

3111. Calgary 1988 Winter Olympics: Dudley Stokes’s Qualifier-Worn Jamaican Bobsled Helmet. Incredible

yellow Bell helmet worn by Jamaican bobsleigh pilot Dudley Stokes during the team’s final qualifier in the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Measuring approximately 7.5 x 10.5 x 12, the helmet features a mesh wire breath opening and vertical ear vents, with black leather and navy blue interior padding and chinstrap, with part numbers on buckle hardware, “Bell/ USA, 06/87.” The entirety of the helmet bears scuffs and abrasions, with the most significant damage absorbed on the left ear and scalp sections, reflecting the sled’s prolonged and violent skid down Canada Olympic Park’s bobsleigh track. included are a pair of orange-and-pink Smith ski goggles worn by Stokes during an earlier heat at the Calgary Games, with a small “Jamaica Bobsleigh Team, Calgary 1988” pin attached to head strap; deterioration to black face padding. Also includes copies of articles chronicling the origin and emergence of Jamaican bobsledding.

Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Alan Howat, the 1988 Jamaican team captain and manager, in part: “I...first met George Fitch and the Jamaican Bobsleigh team in late 1988 at a trade show where the team were special guests...I offered to look after their affairs in Calgary and provide housing and logistical support to the athletes. At that point I became a non-sledding member of the team, serving as team captain at race meetings in Calgary and looking after all their business affairs. In the spring of 1989, we received new BMW racing helmets and I stored the old helmets from the Olympics and added the pilot’s (Dudley Stokes’s) helmet & goggles as a memento in my memorabilia collection. This was the helmet Dudley Stokes wore during the Olympics and bares the scratch marks from the famous crash when he could not get his head and helmet back in the sled.”

Much of the immense popularity of the 1988 Winter Games can be attributed to the unlikely journey of the Jamaican bobsleigh team, a five-man crew comprised of three Jamaican defense force soldiers, a student, and a reggae singer, all of whom had never before experienced snow. Trained by two-time US Olympian Howard Siler, the group used a makeshift, rock-weighted bobsled to practice their push-starts under the tropical sun of Kingston. Although a crash during a qualifier ended the Jamaican team’s bid for a medal, their incredible underdog story earned worldwide attention, and was later adapted by Walt Disney in the hit 1993 film Cool Runnings. A unique token from the team that took the Calgary Olympics by storm. Starting Bid $300

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3112. Winter Olympics Group of (4) Hockey Pucks.

1988

Uncommon group of four unused game pucks for the following Olympic Winter Games: 1988 Calgary; 2010 Vancouver; 2018 PyeongChang (blue label for men’s games); and 2018 PyeongChang (red label for women’s games). Only the Calgary puck is not dual-sided. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3113. Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics Torch. Beauti-

fully designed official 1988 Seoul Olympics torch, constructed of metal, copper, leather, and plastic, measuring 20˝ in length and 4˝ at its widest point, designed by Lee Woo-Sung and manufactured by Korea Explosives Co. Ltd. The handle is wrapped in brown leather with a ring above, inscribed, “Games of the XXIVth Olympiad Seoul 1988,” in English and Korean. The upper portion of the torch bears a colorful Olympic ring emblem and the top is engraved with an intricate dragon design symbolizing the harmony between East and West; based on the Chinese zodiac, the year 1988 was also the year of the dragon. During the 22-day relay, the Olympic flame traveled from the Greek capital of Athens to Korea’s southernmost point, Jeju Island, before making its way north to Seoul in a 4,167 km relay. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $300

3114. Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics Bronze Participation Medal and Press Medal with Cases. Two participation medals issued for the

Seoul 1988 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 Kwang-hyun. 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, 65 mm, 168 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. Starting Bid $200

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3115.

Seoul 1988 S u m m e r Olympics Participation Diploma. Un-

common official participation diploma issued to gold medalwinning Russian basketball player Alexander Volkov at the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics, 12 x 16.25, with colorful upper border featuring the Seoul Games logo with text below reading: “Volkov, Alexandre, U.S.S.R., For your participation in and contribution to the success of the Games of the XXIVth Olympiad, September 17–October 2, 1988, Seoul, Korea.” Includes its original brown presentation envelope.

In fine condition, with slight wear to right side. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3117. Albertville 1992 Winter Chrome-Plated Steel Olympics Participation Medal. Impressive participa-

tion 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

3116. Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics Bronze Winner’s Medal with Case.

Winner’s medal issued for canoeing at the Seoul 1988 Summer Olympics.

Bronze, 61 mm, 125 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. Inscribed on the edge with the name of the event, “Canoeing Women Kayak Fours 500M.” Complete with its original ultramarine, red, orange, and white ribbon, and its purple velvet presentation case. A gorgeous winner’s medal awarded to a member of Bulgaria’s four-woman kayak team that earned a third place finish in the 500-meter race; two athletes from this Bulgarian team won additional medals at the Seoul Summer Games—Vanja Gesheva won gold in the K-1 500 meter, and then a silver medal in the K-2 500 meter with teammate Diana Paliiska. Only the second 1988 Seoul winner’s medal that we have offered. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $500

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3118. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Torch.

1992

Official 1992 Barcelona Olympics torch, comprised of aluminum and plastic, measuring 26˝ in length and 7˝ at its widest point, designed

by Andre Ricard. The metal body is inscribed in gold text, “XXV Olimpiada Barcelona 1992,” and bears the emblem of the Games. Exhibits noticeable wear to the rubber grip.

The massive fifty-day relay included nearly 9,500 torchbearers who carried the Olympic flame by foot and bicycle for a total of 5,940 km throughout Spain. The lighting of the cauldron at the opening ceremonies was especially memorable, as Paralympic archer Antonio Rebollo ignited the cauldron by shooting an arrow lit from the Olympic flame. A large, attractive torch with a decidedly modern design. Starting Bid $300

3121. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Gilt VIP Participation Medal. Scarce par-

ticipation 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

3120. 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

3122. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for the 1992 Bar-

celona 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 $150

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3123. Barcelona 1992 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Pin. Desirable winner’s medal issued for the Bar-

celona 1992 Summer Olympics. Silver, 75 mm, 269 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. Includes its original ribbon with Olympic colors, as well as a silver medal winner’s pin, marked “16810” on the back, with accompanying black vinyl presentation pouch made by Bertoni of Milan. The consignor notes that this medal was awarded to a member of the Cuban men’s fencing team for their second-place finish in team foil, but no documentation exists.

The 1992 Summer Olympics were the last competition to be staged in the same year as the Winter Olympics, and the first summer games since the end of the Cold War. In the wake of the Soviet Union’s dissolution in 1991, the Baltic nations of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania sent their own teams for the first time since 1936, with the twelve other former Soviet republics competing as the Unified Team, a collective that led the Olympiad with a total of 112 medals. An immensely attractive second place prize that represents only the second winner’s medal we have offered from the historic XXV Olympiad. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

3124. Barcelona 1992 and Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Participation Medals. Participation

medals issued for the two Summer Games of the 1990s: 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 dark red pouch. Participation medal issued for the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympics. Bronze, 60 mm, 60 gm, by Malcolm Grear Designers. The front features the Atlanta Games emblem under raised text, “Games of the XXVI Olympiad”; the reverse bears a quilt of leaves and the raised text, “Centennial Olympic Games.” Complete with its original velvet pouch and green box. Starting Bid $200

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3125. Lillehammer 1994 Winter Olympics Copper Participation Medal. Participa-

tion 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

1996

3126. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Centennial Torch. Uncommon official In-

ternational 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 twenty-two reeds found on the Atlanta torch, with a band above the wooden handle engraved with the names all the host cities and their dates since 1896; bottom ring slightly loose from band. 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

3127. Presentation version of 1996 Atlanta Gold Winner’s Medal.

Desirable winner’s medal issued to VIPs at the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics. Gilded, 70 mm, 180 gm, by Malcolm Grear Designers; manufactured

by Reed and Barton. The front, inscribed “XXVI Olympiad Atlanta 1996” with Olympic rings, shows a ‘Seated Victory’ holding a laurel wreath and palm branch, with the Colosseum looming in the background; the reverse, inscribed “Centennial Olympic Games,” features the Atlanta logo and a stylized ‘Quilt of Leaves’ olive branch pictogram of a swimmer. The medal is engraved on the bottom edge: “Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games.” Complete with its green-and-gold ribbon and the attractive wooden display case, laser-cut on the lid with the centennial host logo and lined on the interior in black felt. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500

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3128. 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 2.5˝ 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, with the top displaying the Atlanta Games logo and the quilt of leaves design, and the bottom band listing all Olympic cities and their dates since 1896. The torch relay was run from April 27 to July 19, 1966, 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. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3129. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Gold Winner’s Medal with Case and Diploma. Immensely appealing winner’s

medal issued to Cuban baseball player Miguel Caldés Luis at the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics. Gilt silver, 70 mm, 180 gm, by Malcolm Grear Designers; manufactured by Reed and Barton. The front, inscribed “XXVI Olympiad Atlanta 1996” with Olympic rings, shows a ‘Seated Victory’ holding a laurel wreath and palm branch, with the Colosseum looming in the background; the reverse, inscribed “Centennial Olympic Games,” features the Atlanta logo and a stylized ‘Quilt of Leaves’ olive branch pictogram of a baseball player. The medal is engraved on the bottom edge with name of the sport: “Baseball.”

Includes the original green-and-gold ribbon (separated at seam), the attractive wooden display case, laser-cut on the lid with the centennial host logo and lined on the interior in black felt, and an official diploma for the Centennial Olympic Games, issued to “Gold Medalist and Olympic Champion Miguel Caldes.”

The baseball tournament was held at the Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium between July 20 and August 2, with a total of eight teams competing. After edging powerful squads from Japan, Nicaragua, and the US earlier in the tournament, the Cuban national team moved into the gold medal round as the only undefeated team left. In a rematch with Japan, Cuba won the contest 13-9 and departed the tournament with an average of 13 runs per game. Cuba has since set the standard for Olympic baseball, securing medals in each of their five appearances, including three golds and two silvers; baseball was not an Olympic sport in 2012 or 2016. The recipient of this gold medal, Miguel Caldés Luis, normally a third baseman, started left field for Cuba in the 1996 Olympics, hitting .324 with three HRs, 10 runs, and 13 RBIs in nine games. He was three-for-four with two runs and an RBI in the gold medal game over Japan. He tragically lost his life in a car accident at the age of 30, only three months after winning a silver medal at the 2000 Olympics. A remarkable Olympic keepsake intimately connected to one of Cuba’s finest ballplayers. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

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3130. Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics Winner’s Medal Case. Attractive 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

Sought-after torch from the Nagano 1988 Winter Olympics, carried by an advisor for the Games 3131. Nagano 1998 Winter Olympics Torch. 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.

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.

This torch originates from the collection of George Hirthler, the author of The Idealist, a historical novel on the life and times of Baron Pierre de Coubertin, founder of the modern Olympic Games. In 1998, Hirthler served the International Olympic Committee as a strategic brand advisor on the Nagano Olympic Games. Then IOC president, Juan Antonio Samaranch, awarded Hirthler a leg in the Torch Relay for his work on the ‘Look of the Games.’ Since then, the torch has been mounted to a wall in Hirthler’s office next to his Atlanta 1996 Torch. A copy of The Idealist signed by Hirthler is included with the torch. Starting Bid $500

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3132. Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics Participation Medal. Participation medal issued for

the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics. Silver-colored, 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. Complete with its clear plastic case and presentation box, with substantial wear to the box.

Starting Bid $200

3133. Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Pin. Rare winner’s medal issued for a Cuban baseball player at the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics. Silver, 68 mm, 185 gm, by Wojciech Pietranik and Brian Thompson; manufactured by the Royal Austrailian Mint. The front depicts a ‘Seated Victory’ with the Colosseum in the background; the reverse portrays the Olympic rings over the iconic Sydney Opera House, with the Sydney Olympic torch at right, inscribed above, “Baseball.” Complete with the original blue ribbon embroidered in silver with the legend, “Sydney 2000.” Also includes the original silver medal winner’s pin, marked “22693” on the back, with accompanying black vinyl presentation pouch made by Bertoni of Milan. Cuba won silver in the 2000 Summer Olympics baseball tournament after being shut out by the US in the championship game; this was just the second game the Cuban team ever lost during Olympic play. The star of the team was Jose Contreras, who defected from the country to play in the Major Leagues two years later. This is just the second Sydney winner’s medal we have offered, with its desirability only enhanced by its status as a piece of baseball memorabilia. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

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3134. Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics Winner’s Diploma and Poster. Official

2004

silver medal winner’s diploma issued to Cuban taekwondo practitioner Urbia Meléndez at the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics, 11.75 x 8.25, with embossed silver Olympic rings to top and English/French text reading: “Games of the XXVII Olympiad, For Outstanding Achievement, Silver Medallist, Urbia Meléndez Rodriguez, Taekwondo—Women’s Under 49 KG.” Includes the original diploma presentation tube. Rolled and in fine condition, with trivial edgewear. Accompanied by a second diploma presentation tube, with bottom labeled “Luis Alberto Pérez,” a Cuban sprinter who won an Olympic bronze medal in the 4 x 100 metres relay at the Sydney Summer Games. The second tube contains a color print of a painting entitled Australian Bush Flowers. After defeating Turkey’s Döndü Güvenc in the semifinals of the flyweight category, Meléndez took on Australian favorite Lauren Burns in the gold medal round, coming up just short with a final score of 4-2. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

3135. Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics Golf Club Cover.

Commemorative handcrafted Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics golf club cover, 5.75 x 4, made of Australian kangaroo leather with embroidered Sydney 2000 bidding logo design. The cover is designed for a putter. Sealed and displayed in a small wooden box with certificate on reverse stating: “Royalties from sale of the Olympic Authentics Collection benefit the Australian Olympic Team for the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3136. 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. Some light scuffing to metal.

Includes its original tube. 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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3137. Athens 2004 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal.

Exquisite winner’s medal issued for women’s soccer at the Athens 2004 Summer Olympics. Silver, 60 mm, 139 gm, by Elena Votsi and Kostas Kazakos; manufactured

by Efsimon. The front depicts the winged goddess of Victory soaring into the Panathinaikos Arena, with Greek characters and Olympic rings above; the reverse features the Eternal Flame of Olympia, the opening lines of Pindar’s Eighth Olympic Ode, and the 2004 Summer Games logo, with the sport engraved in Greek lettering along the bottom, “ποδόσφαιρο γυναικών [Women–Football].” Completed by the original multicolored ribbon. The 2004 Athens winner’s medals replaced the long-held ‘seated Victory’ design by Giuseppe Cassioli, rectifying the mistake of using a depiction of the Roman Colosseum rather than a Greek venue. The gold medal game of the women’s football tournament consisted of a rematch between the United States and Brazil, with the former winning the initial contest 2-0 in first round action some 12 days earlier. Once again the Americans outlasted their Brazilian rivals 2-1 at the Karaiskaki Stadium in Piraeus, en route to winning their second-ever gold medal. Along with Birgit Prinz of Germany, Brazil’s Cristiane led all scorers with five tournament goals. After a fourth place showing in Sydney, the Brazilian women’s team won silver in 2004, and then again in 2008 and 2012, before finally achieving a gold medal in 2016.

From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $1000

3138. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Participation Medals with Cases. Both ver-

sions of the participation medal issued for the Torino 2006 Winter Olympics: a pewter medal, 40 mm, 33 gm; and a bronze medal, 40 mm, 31 gm.

Both medals were designed by Quatrini, with front designs depicting the Torino Games emblem with the Aqueduct of Alpignano above, and the reverse bearing several rays of ice crystals and the Olympic rings and motto below. Both medals include their original cardboard and plastic cases. Starting Bid $100

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Sought-after ‘ski tip’ torch from the Torino Games 3139. Torino 2006 Winter Olympics Torch. 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. Accompanied by a custom-made acrylic stand, with a repaired crack to one corner. 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

3140. Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics Torch.

Still-sealed official 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics torch, constructed of anodized aluminum and rubber, measuring 28.5˝ in length and 3˝ at its widest point, designed by Lenovo China and Aerospace Science & Industry, and manufactured by Zhongshan Vatti Gas Appliance Stock Co., Ltd. The curved shape of the torch embodies that of both a parchment scroll and a cloud, the latter an ancient decorative element from Chinese art which is found on buildings, sculptures, and furniture. The upper portion of the torch is covered in etched patterns of ‘propitious clouds’ and bears the Beijing logo and Olympic rings; its red color symbolizes the spirit of celebration, enthusiasm, and good fortune. The lower handle portion is inscribed “Beijing 2008,” and is layered with a fine rubber-based varnish, a finish specifically designed to improve grip and replicate the contact of human skin as if the torchbearer were holding a friend’s hand. Sealed and housed in its original Olympic box. The Olympic flame of the 2008 Olympics was lit on March 24, and was carried across the globe by a total of 21,800 torchbearers. Over the course of 130 days, the flame traversed over 85,000 miles, passing through every continent sans Antarctica, and even made its way to the summit of Mount Everest in a specially designed safety lamp. Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is considered OVERSIZED. Please call RR Auction for a shipping quote. Starting Bid $300

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3142. Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics Silver Winner’s Medal with Case and Pin. Beautiful winner’s medal is-

sued for a Cuban baseball player at the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics. Silver with inlaid jade, 70 mm, 186 gm, by Medal Design Group, China Central Academy of Fine Arts, Elena Votsi. Created from ancient Chinese jade patterns, the medal consists of silver and jade, which symbolize nobility and virtue. Jade has been regarded as a virtue since ancient times, and the embodiment of Chinese traditional values of ethics and honor. The front depicts the standing goddess of Victory against panoramic imagery of the Panathinaikos Arena, with text above reading: “XXIX Olympiad Beijing 2008”; the reverse features the Beijing Games emblem surrounded by inlaid jade and the outer circle engraved with the sport, “Baseball.” The design inspiration of the medal hook derives from jade ‘huang,’ a ceremonial jade piece decorated with a double dragon pattern and ‘Pu,’ the reed mat pattern. Includes the original red-and-orange ribbon, with separation to seam. The medal is also accompanied by its gorgeous red rosewood presentation case and traditional Chinese brocade box, as well as the original silver medal winner’s pin, marked “24830” on the back, with its attractive red case.

Held at the Wukesong Baseball Field between August 13–23, the baseball tournament of the 2008 Beijing Games consisted of a preliminary round robin format—all eight teams playing each other once—and single elimination rounds featuring the top four countries. South Korea was a dominant force throughout the Olympics, going 7-0 in preliminaries en route to staying undefeated and winning the gold medal. The silver medal team from Cuba was nearly just as impressive, finishing 7-2, with both losses coming at the hands of South Korea. The 2008 Games were the last to feature baseball or softball as an Olympic sport; however, following a 2016 IOC vote, baseball will again be conducted for the 2020 Games.

A rare and immensely desirable Olympic medal from the historic Beijing Olympiad. From The Mason Dinehart Collection.

Starting Bid $1000

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3143. Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics 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.” Medal is sealed in its original plastic. Complete with its original red presentation case. Starting Bid $150

3145. Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Participation Medal with Box. Participation medal issued for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Pewter, 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 its box. Starting Bid $200

3144. Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 2010 Van-

couver Winter Olympics torch, constructed of stainless steel, aluminum, and sheet molding, measuring 37˝ in length and 3˝ at its widest point. Manufactured

by Bombardier, the shape and contours of the torch represent the lines made by snow and ice sports, and is engraved with the motto “With Glowing Hearts / Des plus brilliants exploits,” with the Canadian maple leaf ‘cut-out’ on the opposing side. The two white panels bear the Vancouver Games logo. Complete with its original torch relay carrying bag. The torch was lit in Olympia on October 22, 2009, and from October 30, 2009, until February 12, 2010, the Olympic Flame was carried by over 12,000 runners for over 100 days over a course of 45,000 km of Canadian soil-the longest national relay ever held.

A particularly attractive example. Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is considered OVERSIZED. Please call RR Auction for a shipping quote. Starting Bid $200

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3146. London 2012 Summer Olympics Torch.

Sought-after 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. Complete with its white drawstring bag.

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 gorgeous 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

Carried in the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic relay 3147. Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 2014

Sochi Winter Olympics torch, constructed of aluminum and various polymers, measuring 37.5˝ in length and 5.75˝ at its widest point, developed by a team of designers led by Vladimir Pirozhkov and Andrei Vodyanik. The torch was modeled after the feather of a Firebird or phoenix, which symbolizes good luck or fortune in Russian folklore, and was immortalized in Igor Stravinsky’s eponymous ballet.

The torch’s silver color represents winter ice, and the red, the traditional color of Russian sport, denotes the fires kindling in the mountains around the resort. The upper portion bears the Sochi Games logo, with two labels near the handle, both reading “134.” One of these labels sealed the metal cover over the body, and the seal has been broken; the cover sits slightly crooked against the body. Complete with its original torch relay carrying bag.

The Olympic flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on September 13, 2013, and made its way onto Russian soil on October 7, traveling through all eighty-three regions of the Russian Federation during its five-month and 65,000 km relay. Additionally, other specially designed Sochi torches reached the North Pole, the summit of Mount Elbrus, submerged thirteen meters into Lake Baikal, and another even entered outer space, with cosmonauts Oleg Kotov and Sergei Rayazansky passing the torch outside the International Space Station. Inspired by the feather that bestows good luck in its purest form upon its bearer, this is a wonderful and uniquely designed torch. Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is considered OVERSIZED. Please call RR Auction for a shipping quote. Starting Bid $200

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Amazing unissued Sochi bronze winner’s medal

3148. 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

3149. 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. Such recent Olympics material is generally harder to acquire. Starting Bid $200

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2016

Extremely rare Rio 2016 gold issued to a first-place winner—the first we’ve ever seen!

3150. 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 Brazilians Mint produced 2,488 medals in total—812 golds, 812 silvers, and 864 bronzes—and we believe this to be the very first gold to be publicly offered at auction. An immensely desirable piece from the most recent Summer Games.

Starting Bid $5000

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3151. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Torch With Original Display and Accompaniments. Official 2016 Rio

2016

de Janeiro Summer Olympics torch, 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 carrying bag, tube (top cap missing), a custom-made display stand featuring details of the Rio relay itinerary and a map, and an official Rio 2016 certificate of authenticity issued to torchbearer Matthew Chotos. The torch relay began in Olympia on April 21, and concluded on August 5 at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janiero, 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 medalling events of 45 sports disciplines. A rare opportunity to own a relay torch from the most recent Summer Olympic games.

Due to the size and fragile nature of this item, it is considered OVERSIZED. Please call RR Auction for a shipping quote.

Starting Bid $300

3152. Rio 2016 Summer Olympics Athlete’s Participation Medal and Diploma. Official participation medal of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Alloy copper, 44 x 50, 100 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 the original presentation holder and slipcase, as well as an unissued official participation certificate of the Rio 2016 Summer Olympic Games, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, with IOC and Rio logos to upper corners and trilingual text below, reading: “In recognition and appreciation of your contribution to the success of the XXXI Olympiad.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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3153. PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics Torch. Official 2018 Py-

eongChang Winter Olympics torch, constructed of a white metal exterior shell with gold-colored metal interior, measuring 27.5˝ in length and 3.25˝ at its widest point, designed and manufactured by Young-se Kim, Inno Design / Groupe Hanhwa. At the top, the exterior shell is divided into five vertical branches to form a pentagonal shape, representing the sporting passion and spirit that unites the five Olympic continents (Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia). A colorful raised PyeongChang 2018 emblem decorates the body of the torch, and the handle is printed with golden stars and bears an identification label: “015–008.” The white and gold colors used in the design represent the snow and ice of the Winter Games, as well as the Olympic flame, and correspond with the color scheme of the PyeongChang relay. The 700 millimeter length of the torch represents the altitude of PyeongChang, which lies 700 meters above sea level. The torch is specially designed so that the flame can burn continuously despite inclement weather: it generates an air tunnel that sends more oxygen to the flame, and a pentagonal hole at the bottom of the torch allows water to drain. Complete with its drawstring bag and carrying tube.

The flame-lighting ceremony for the 2018 Games was held in Olympia, Greece, on October 24, 2017. Following an eight-day and 2,100 kilometer journey around Greece, the flame arrived on Korean soil in Incheon on November 1st, to commence the 101-day relay toward PyeongChang Olympic Stadium, where the Olympic cauldron was lit on February 9, 2018. The relay aimed to highlight the country’s leading technologies, traditional culture, and most spectacular sites, and featured about 7,500 torchbearers in total. A truly stunning Olympic torch that features a harmonious union of traditional and modern aesthetic. Starting Bid $300

3154. PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics Cupro-Nickel Participation Medal with Box. Rare

participation medal issued for the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics. Cupronickel, 40 mm, 30 gm, minted by KOMSCO. The front features the PyeongChang emblem against a textured background, inscribed along the top, “XXIII Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018”; the reverse features the Olympic rings and large snowflake against a textured background. Complete with its original box and a certificate of authenticity from KOMSCO. A desirable example as the first PyeongChang participation medal we have offered. Starting Bid $300

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3155. Winter Olympics Ticket Collection. Comprehen-

sive collection of 18 tickets and ticket stubs from different Winter Olympic Games, ranging in size from 2 x 3.5 to 10.25 x 4, including: 1932 Lake Placid; 1952 Oslo; 1956 Cortina; 1960 Squaw Valley; 1964 Innsbruck; 1968 Grenoble; 1972 Sapporo; 1976 Innsbruck; 1980 Lake Placid; 1984 Sarajevo; 1988 Calgary; 1992 Albertville; 1994 Lillehammer; 1998 Nagano; 2002 Salt Lake; 2006 Torino; 2010 Vancouver; and 2014 Sochi. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3158. Summer Olympics Ticket Collection. Col-

Extremely impressive collection of nearly 1,000 Olympic pins, including: 255 Olympic NOC pins from the Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics; 266 Olympic NOC pins from the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics; 105 Olympic Media pins from the Sydney 2000 Summer Olympics; 85 Olympic Media pins from the Athens 2004 Summer Olympics; 165 Olympic Media pins from numerous Summer and Winter Games; and 115 Olympic Bid pins from various Games. In overall very good to fine condition. All pins were once affixed to corresponding display boards, but many became detached and commingled during transit; a handful suffered minor damage, such as bent pins. None of the lapel-style pins retain their clutch backs. Starting Bid $300

3156. Massive Olympic Pin Collection.

lection of 18 tickets and ticket stubs from different Summer Olympic Games, ranging in size from 2.75 x 1.25 to 8.25 x 3.5, including: 1900 Paris; 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition St. Louis World’s Fair (host of the Olympics); 1952 Helsinki; 1956 Melbourne; 1960 Rome; 1964 Tokyo; 1968 Mexico City; 1972 Munich; 1976 Montreal; 1980 Moscow; 1984 Los Angeles; 1988 Seoul; 1992 Barcelona; 1996 Atlanta; 2004 Athens; 2008 Beijing; 2012 London; and 2016 Rio. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

3159. Summer Olympic Athletes Signed Baseballs.

3157. Summer Olympics Group of (6) Participant/ Winner’s Pins. Group of six participant/winner’s lapel

pins issued for Summer Olympics between 1960 and 1996, made by Bertoni, featuring the Olympic rings with the year indicated. Includes pins for the Rome 1960 Summer Olympics (gold participant pin), Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics (bronze winner’s pin), Munich 1972 Summer Olympics (bronze winner’s pin), Moscow 1980 Summer Olympics (silver winner’s pin), Los Angeles 1984 Summer Olympics (bronze winner’s pin), and Atlanta 1996 Summer Olympics (gold participant pin). All include their original Bertoni plastic wallets with Olympic rings on the flap, and all but the 1980 pin include their original insert cards. In overall fine condition. From The Mason Dinehart Collection. Starting Bid $200

Group of four baseballs signed by Olympic champions, including: an Official Rawlings American League (Budig) baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot by gymnast Kerri Strug, who won a gold medal in the artistic team all-around at the Atlanta 1996 Summer Games; an Official Rawlings American League (Budig) baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot by gymnast Nadia Comaneci, who won a total of nine medals at the Montreal 1976 and Moscow 1980 Summer Games; an Official Rawlings American League (Brown) baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot by swimmer Mark Spitz, who won seven gold medals at the Munich 1972 Summer Games; and an Official Rawlings National League (White) baseball signed in black ballpoint on the sweet spot by Bruce Jenner, who won a gold medal in the decathlon at the Montreal 1976 Summer Games. In overall very good to fine condition, with toning to Jenner and Strug, and JSA labels affixed to each baseball. Accompanied by four certificates of authenticity from JSA. Starting Bid $200

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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 Bid-

der 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 pack-

ers 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.

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, nonincremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

GLOSSARY OF CONDITION TERMS FOR DECADES, RR AUCTION HAS LED THE INDUSTRY IN PROVIDING AN ACCURATE AND DETAILED CONDITION STATEMENT FOR EACH ITEM THAT WE SELL. STARTING IN 2016 WE’VE DECIDED TO TAKE A FRESH APPROACH TO DESCRIBING EACH ITEM’S CONDITION. As our website and catalog images continually improve, and bidders can see obvious details from those excellent images, we’ve decided to simplify things, using the same terminology to describe an item’s overall condition (on an ascending scale of 1 to 4: good, very good, fine, very fine), but only adding specific details, if any, that would not be obvious from the illustration.

VERY FINE describes an item in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance.

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.

FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors.

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.

GOOD describes an item with obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise exceedingly rare or important.

VERY GOOD describes an item that exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example).

Of course we’re more than happy to provide more in-depth information about any item via phone or email. We hope this new system will make for easier reading and a more pleasant bidding experience.

Types of Olympic Memorabilia PARTICIPATION MEDALS Olympic participation medals have their origins with the first Modern Games held in Athens in 1896. Officially called ‘commemoratives,’ these medals are presented to all athletes and officials as remembrances of the Games.

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 Games that the first ‘official’ Olympic posters were produced.

Originally, Olympic posters were a much-needed vehicle for advertising and were affixed to walls, displayed in shop 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 Olympic diplomas are certificates presented to both Olympic winners and participants, a tradition dating back to the first Modern Olympics in 1896. The diploma designs are truly unique with wonderful graphics, often with bright and vidid colors, reflecting the eras in which they were made. In current Olympic Games, the first eight places receive special ‘winner’s diplomas’ in addition to the participation diplomas given to all athletes and officials; today the two types of 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, and beneath the sea! The first Olympic Games to have an Olympic Torch relay was the 1936 Summer Olympic held in Berlin, Germany. The flame was ignited by the sun in Olympia, Greece, site of the ancient Olympics, and carried by a relay of runners and torches to Berlin where the flame 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 podium and receive a medal as one of the top three finishers in an event. Officially called ‘prize medals,’ the Olympic 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 Games were revived and the first Modern Games held in Athens in 1896, only the first two places were honored with medals, the Olympic champion receiving a silver medal and the runner-up receiving a bronze. At the Paris Olympics of 1900 as many as fifteen of the top finishers received medals. In 1904, at the St. Louis Olympics, for the first time the top three finishers were awarded gold, silver, and bronze.

This same order of finish is still used today.

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