Lot 2:
Limited Edition Countdown to the 1996 Olympic Games Seven Pin Set
Description
A set of seven commemorative enamel lapel pins celebrating the countdown to the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. The collection is presented in its original clear plastic display case with a black velvet-textured insert. The set features a variety of designs including the official mascot Izzy in various poses, the Atlanta 1996 torch logo, and historical references to the centennial games.
The pins include:
– A 1 Year countdown pin featuring Izzy and the Atlanta skyline with a banner reading And Counting… TO THE OLYMPIC GAMES.
– A 365 DAYS TO THE OLYMPIC GAMES pin with the date JULY 20, 1995.
– A USA flag-themed pin with the Atlanta 1996 logo.
– A vertical pin featuring a stylized torch design and Atlanta 1996.
– A TEAM IZZY pin depicting the mascot in a TRACK & FIELD pose.
– A circular pin with the Olympic motto CITIUS ALTIUS FORTIUS surrounding the Atlanta 1996 logo.
– A commemorative pin titled ATHENS 1896 Atlanta 1996 showing a classical Greek portal framing a modern Atlanta skyline.
A printed white paper label at the bottom of the case displays the Atlanta 1996 100 Centennial logo and the mascot Izzy. The label features the title COUNTDOWN TO THE 1996 OLYMPIC GAMES and the text LIMITED EDITION. Small print at the bottom left reads Atlanta 1996 TM, © 1992, 1993 ACOG. and bottom center text reads IMPRINTED PRODUCTS CORP. SAN DIEGO, CA.
Condition report:
The enamel pins appear to be in good condition with vibrant colors and no visible loss to the finish. The clear plastic display case shows light surface scratches and minor scuffing to the exterior lid. There is a small white residue mark on the right side of the black interior mounting board (photo 1). No other significant defects are visible.
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