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Lot #3160
Winter Olympics Collection of (10) Diplomas

From St. Moritz 1928 to Albertville 1992—diplomas from 10 different Winter Olympiads

Estimate: $7000+

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From St. Moritz 1928 to Albertville 1992—diplomas from 10 different Winter Olympiads

Rare collection of 10 official Winter Olympic diplomas covering over 60 years of international competition. The diplomas, which contain medalist examples and range in size from 10.75 x 10.75 to 14.75 x 18.75, are issued for the following Olympic Games: St. Moritz 1928 (15.75 x 13.5), Lake Placid 1932 (unissued; 14 x 10), Garmisch 1936 (13.75 x 19.25), St. Moritz 1948 (11.75 x 16.5), Cortina 1956 (1st place; 14.75 x 18.75), Innsbruck 1964 (1st place; 13.5 x 18.5), Sapporo 1972 (15.5 x 15.25, with plastic holder), Lake Placid 1980 (unissued; 11.75 x 13.75), Sarajevo 1984 (13.75 x 13.5), and Albertville 1992 (unissued; 10.75 x 10.75). Several diplomas are signed by notable Olympic committee officials (Cortina is signed by IOC President Avery Brundage), and the Cortina diploma is framed to a slightly larger size. In overall fine condition, with instances of toning, edgewear, and folds.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympics
  • Dates: June 18, 2024 - July 18, 2024