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Lot #3273
London 1908 Olympics Ticket

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Description

Original season ticket for the London 1908 Olympic Games, 3 x 1.5, printed for entrance into “The Stadium” in Shepherd's Bush on July 24th (afternoon), issued for Block O, Row S, and Seat 7 in the “Covered Grand Stand (West).” In fine condition. The owner of this ticket would have attended the finish of the men's marathon, which marked the fourth appearance of the event, making it one of 12 athletics events to have been held at every Summer Olympics. American Johnny Hayes won the event after Italy’s Dorando Pietri was disqualified for having received assistance before the finish line.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympics
  • Dates: #696 - Ended July 18, 2024