1948 LONDON OLYMPICS PARTICIPATION MEDAL.
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Winning Bid:
$126.50
(Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
Bidding Ended:
Tuesday, July 12, 2016 10:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Tuesday, July 12, 2016 10:00:00 PM)
Item Description
The 1948 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XIV Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event which was held in London, England. After a 12-year hiatus due to World War II, these were the first Summer Olympics since the 1936 Games in Berlin. This was the second occasion that London had hosted the Olympic Games, having previously been the venue in 1908. These were the first of two summer Olympic Games under the IOC presidency of Sigfrid Edström. Offered here is a bronze participation medal, measuring 1-7/8" (51mm) dia. Designed by Sir Bertram Mackennal (reusing his obverse design that was used for the 1908 Games), the obverse features image of Big Ben and St. Stephen's Tower of the Palace of Westminster. Reverse features Quadriga w/triumphant winner dashing in chariot. Crafted by Messrs. John Pinches, Ltd. Medal exhibits a nice patina and is o/w Exc.
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