Spring Premier Auction 2018
Wed, Mar 7, 2018 04:00PM EST - Sat, Mar 24, 2018 11:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 11
JESSE OWENS' 1960 ROME SUMMER OLYMPICS PARTICIPATION MEDAL ISSUED TO HIM AS AMBASSADOR (OWENS ESTATE COLLECTION)
Sold for
$910.80
Sold Price includes BP
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In the years after World War II, Jesse Owens was a celebrated guest at each Summer Olympics. As an inspirational figure for both his work on and off the athletic field, Owens served as an ambassador of good will, and this Participation Medal was presented to him for his service at the 1960 Rome Olympics.
The medal cast in bronze is designed by Emilio Greco andminted by Bertoni of Milan. Obverse shows nude female torchbearerin foreground with the Olympic rings in background. Reverseshows flight of eagles soaring over Rome stadium, with "GIOCHI DELLA XVII OLYMPIADE ROMA MCMLX" inscribed around the rim. 55mm diameter; 4-5mmthick; 80 grams. Light wear.
LOA signed by each of Jesse Owens' three daughters.
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