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Lot #3204
London 1908 Olympics 'Referee' Badge

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Description

Rare ‘Referee’ badge from the London 1908 Olympics. Silvered bronze, 40 gm, 57 mm in diameter, stamped on the reverse with a Vaughton of Birmingham maker's mark. The badge depicts the head of Athena facing a laurel branch and encircled by a dark blue enameled border with the text, "Olympic Games London 1908, Referee." A decidedly uncommon official’s badge from an Olympic Games that extended for over six months—the longest in modern history.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Olympics
  • Dates: #710 - Ended 01/16/2025