Beijing Olympic Games – Official 24K Gold-Plated Commemorative Medal Gift Sets – Limited Editions - 2008

Offered is a remarkable collector’s lot comprising two official commemorative medal gift sets issued in connection with the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games (XXIX Olympiad).

The lot consists of the 5-medal “Mascots & Venues” Gift Set together with a large-format National Stadium “Bird’s Nest” commemorative medal set. Both sets are preserved in their original presentation packaging and include their respective certificates and documentation.

A particularly attractive opportunity for collectors of Olympic memorabilia, modern commemorative medals, Beijing 2008 memorabilia and limited-edition presentation sets.


1. Premium 5-Medal “Mascots & Venues” Gift Set

A complete presentation set containing five commemorative medals, featuring detailed architectural and Olympic-themed designs.

Features
Composition: Copper-base medals with 24K gold plating
Quantity: 5 medals
Finish: High-relief commemorative designs
Protection: Each medal remains sealed in its original clear acrylic capsule
Design: Beijing 2008 Olympic venues and official Olympic imagery
Featured venues include the National Stadium (“Bird’s Nest”), National Aquatics Center (“Water Cube”), National Indoor Stadium and Olympic Tennis Center
Official “Dancing Beijing” emblem incorporated into the designs
Presentation

The medals are housed in the original long crimson presentation case, featuring a gold-stamped interior with the official Beijing 2008 Olympic slogan: (28cm x 12cm x 3cm)
“One World, One Dream”

The case contains a custom velvet-fitted tray and attribution plaque.

Documentation & Identification
Original numbered Certificate of Authenticity
Tamper-evident holographic security sticker
Official Product ID: 104554
Limited Edition: 16,343 / 50,000
Original outer cardboard sleeve decorated with the five Fuwa Olympic mascots and traditional auspicious cloud motifs


2. National Stadium “Bird’s Nest” Commemorative Medal Set

The second item is a large-format commemorative medal dedicated to Beijing's iconic National Stadium, the architectural landmark famously known as the “Bird’s Nest.”

Features
Composition: Copper base with 24K gold plating
Quantity: 1 large-format medal (5,5cm)
Protection: Original clear acrylic capsule
Design: Detailed architectural relief depicting the structural framework of the National Stadium
Official Beijing 2008 Olympic emblem

Presentation
Presented in its original luxury square presentation box, finished in an amber/brown patterned exterior with a deep crimson velvet interior and integrated ribbon-pull. (11cm x 11cm x 3,5cm)

Documentation & Identification
Illustrated product booklet
Independent Certificate of Quality
Official Product ID: 104540
Outer sleeve EAN: 6939094145400
Limited Edition Serial Number: 08513
Original square Fuwa mascot outer sleeve
Condition

Mint / near-mint condition.

The medals have remained inside their original protective acrylic capsules and have not been handled directly. The capsules remain intact, with the medals showing no obvious signs of fingerprints, oxidation or significant toning.

The original presentation cases are in excellent condition, with vibrant velvet interiors and functioning hinges and closures.

The certificates, booklets and other documentation are in very good to excellent condition, with no significant folds or damage noted.

The original outer cardboard sleeves show only minor shelf/storage wear, consistent with careful preservation since the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Historical Significance

The Beijing 2008 Olympic Games represented a landmark event in modern Olympic history and were accompanied by an extensive range of officially licensed commemorative collectibles.

These presentation sets combine several of the defining visual elements of Beijing 2008: the Fuwa mascots, Olympic emblem, traditional Chinese motifs and the spectacular architecture of the Olympic venues, particularly the National Stadium.

The inclusion of the original presentation cases, certificates, product identification numbers and outer sleeves makes this a particularly complete pair of sets for an Olympic memorabilia collection.

Lot Includes
5-medal “Mascots & Venues” gift set
1 large-format National Stadium “Bird’s Nest” medal set
Original presentation cases
Original acrylic capsules
Certificates of authenticity/quality
Product booklet
Original outer cardboard sleeves
Limited-edition serial numbers 16343 and 08513

A highly attractive and well-preserved Beijing 2008 Olympic commemorative medal collection, offered complete with its original presentation and documentation.