No. 98441857

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Olympics - 1964 - Medal
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€ 45
9 weeks ago

Olympics - 1964 - Medal

Official 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games commemorative medal, designed by the renowned Japanese graphic designer Yusaku Kamekura, who also created the official Tokyo 1964 Olympic logo. This medal was issued by the Tokyo Olympic Fund Raising Association to commemorate the XVIII Olympiad. Made of copper (red brass), it features relief figures of athletes in action on one side and the Tokyo 1964 Olympic emblem on the reverse. Comes complete with: 1 commemorative medal 2 original white plastic presentation cases with Tokyo 1964 logo 1 original leaflet (Japanese & English) A fine example of Showa-era Olympic memorabilia, representing an important moment in Japan’s postwar history. Condition: Vintage condition — minor scratches and patina on the medal; cases show signs of age and wear. Leaflet well preserved. Please refer to photos for details. Dimensions (approx.): Medal diameter: 5 cm Case size: 9.5 × 8 × 2 cm Weight (with case): approx. 150 g A rare and authentic collectible for Olympic history enthusiasts and mid-century Japanese design collectors. Method of Shipment FedEx or Japan Post NOTICE The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post. Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks. The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size. I appreciate your cooperation.

No. 98441857

Sold
Olympics - 1964 - Medal

Olympics - 1964 - Medal

Official 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games commemorative medal, designed by the renowned Japanese graphic designer Yusaku Kamekura, who also created the official Tokyo 1964 Olympic logo.

This medal was issued by the Tokyo Olympic Fund Raising Association to commemorate the XVIII Olympiad.
Made of copper (red brass), it features relief figures of athletes in action on one side and the Tokyo 1964 Olympic emblem on the reverse.

Comes complete with:
1 commemorative medal
2 original white plastic presentation cases with Tokyo 1964 logo
1 original leaflet (Japanese & English)

A fine example of Showa-era Olympic memorabilia, representing an important moment in Japan’s postwar history.

Condition:
Vintage condition — minor scratches and patina on the medal; cases show signs of age and wear. Leaflet well preserved.
Please refer to photos for details.

Dimensions (approx.):
Medal diameter: 5 cm
Case size: 9.5 × 8 × 2 cm
Weight (with case): approx. 150 g

A rare and authentic collectible for Olympic history enthusiasts and mid-century Japanese design collectors.


Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post

NOTICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.
The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size.
I appreciate your cooperation.

Final bid
€ 45
Ana Maria Covrig
Expert
Estimate  € 170 - € 200

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