RR’s inaugural Sports auction (June 14-21) features more than 150 items of Olympics memorabilia. Here are just a few highlights. Lot 9527: Dorando Pietri Signature An original elaborate artist’s sketch commemorating the “Marathon Race” held at the London Olympics on July 24, 1908, autographed by
The Jan. 19 Olympics auction was topped by a Lake Placid 1980 Winter Olympics Torch which sold for $40,706 (above). Olympics sales for medals, badges and torches were all strong. The torch is comprised of bronze-colored leather and metal, symbolizing a blend of modern technology and
‘Beautiful works of art’ Although posters were used to promote the Olympic Games from the very beginning, it was not until the 1912 Stockholm Games that the first official Olympic posters were produced. Originally, Olympic posters were a much-needed vehicle for advertising and were affixed
Diplomas: Over a century of history Olympic diplomas are certificates presented to Olympic winners and participants. It’s a tradition dating back to the first Modern Olympics in 1896. The diploma designs are truly unique, with wonderful graphics, often with bright and vivid colors. The designs
Shining a light on excellence One of the most dramatic events of an Olympic Games is the Olympic torch relay, which involves thousands of people and covers much of a host country’s geography. No other aspect of the Games is seen in person by as
Going for the gold (and bronze, and silver) This Olympics spotlight focuses on winner’s medals. The ultimate goal for any Olympian is to stand upon the podium and receive a medal as one of the top three finishers in an event. Officially called “prize medals,”
