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Lot #4208
Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics Press and Medicine Badges

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Description

Great pairing of Helsinki 1952 Summer Olympics press and nurse badges, measuring 33 mm x 48 mm, designed by Mainos-Taucher Ltd. in Finland and minted by Stabilimenti Artistici Fiorentini, Italy. The bronze badges feature a partially enameled design of the Helsinki Olympic stadium tower with rings and raised text, "1952, XV Olympia, Helsinki Helsingfors." The yellow-and-black press ribbon is imprinted "Lehdiste Presse," and the gray nursing ribbon is imprinted "Lääkintä Infirmiers."

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympic Memorabilia
  • Dates: #671 - Ended July 20, 2023