France 98 World Cup - Official Coca-Cola Sponsor Watch (in Original Packaging) Official promotional wristwatch produced by Coca-Cola for the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France. Complete in original presentation case, never worn or removed from packaging. Lot Contents: One official Coca-Cola promotional watch from France 98 with red fabric strap featuring Coca-Cola bottle graphics. The watch face displays analog time with branded detailing. Complete with original clear plastic presentation case, foam cushion inserts, and official France 98 product sleeve. Condition: Mint - Never Worn The watch remains sealed in its original clear display case with all protective packaging intact. The fabric strap shows no wear, and the watch mechanism is untested but appears complete. The presentation box exhibits minimal storage wear consistent with 27 years of careful preservation. The outer France 98 sleeve shows light edge wear but graphics remain vibrant. Details: - Event: 1998 FIFA World Cup France - Sponsor: Coca-Cola (Official World Cup Partner) - Type: Analog wristwatch with fabric strap - Strap: Red fabric with Coca-Cola bottle pattern - Case: Original clear plastic presentation box with foam inserts - Year: 1998 - Origin: Official promotional merchandise - Condition: Never worn, untested Historical Significance: The 1998 World Cup in France was won by the host nation in a memorable final against Brazil. Coca-Cola, as one of FIFA's longest-standing global partners, produced limited promotional items for fans and collectors. This watch represents an authentic piece of World Cup marketing history from an era before mass digital merchandise. Rarity: Finding sealed France 98 promotional watches in original packaging is increasingly uncommon. Most were worn or removed from packaging during the tournament period, making factory-sealed examples with complete presentation boxes desirable to collectors. Authentication: The watch bears official Coca-Cola and France 98 branding consistent with verified promotional merchandise from the tournament. The packaging design matches documented Coca-Cola World Cup promotional materials from 1998. Provenance: From a private collection of World Cup memorabilia assembled during the late 1990s and preserved since. Perfect for collectors of World Cup memorabilia, vintage Coca-Cola promotional items, 1990s sports marketing ephemera, or France 98 tournament collectibles.