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Lot #3229
Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics (10) Badges

Historic group of 10 badges from the Tokyo 1964 Summer Games

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Historic group of 10 badges from the Tokyo 1964 Summer Games

Sought-after collection of 10 badges issued for the Tokyo 1964 Summer Olympics. All badges are silvered bronze, 37 mm x 60 mm, 44 gm, with ribbons suspended below. The front of each badge bears the Tokyo Games emblem above Olympic rings and the text, "Tokyo 1964"; the reverse features a pin and raised Japanese text. Each badge also bears a colored enamel bar with participant identification. Legends include: "XVIII Olympiad" (red); "Press" (red); "Photo & Film" (red); "Radio & TV" (red); "O.O.C. Official" (blue); "Committee" (blue); "Team Official" (light blue); "Competitor" (light blue); "N.O.C." (orange); and "I.S.F. Technical Official" (yellow). Each badge includes its original white presentation box, which bear various degrees of toning, wear, and scuffing. A significant grouping of hard-to-find badges from the first Olympics to be held in Asia.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympic Memorabilia
  • Dates: #686 - Ended January 18, 2024