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Lot #3112
Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics Pair of Badges

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Description

Two badges issued for the Melbourne 1956 Summer Olympics: a sport and team official badge, 32 mm x 51 mm, with enameled blue border, rings, torch and image of Australia, engraved on the reverse, "1017"; and a competitor's badge, 32 mm x 51 mm, with enameled red border, rings, torch and image of Australia, engraved on the reverse, "4982," and featuring original red ribbon with faded white text, "Athletics." Both bear maker marks on the reverse: "K. C. Luke, Melbourne."

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympic Memorabilia
  • Dates: #505 - Ended July 20, 2017