Lot 499
PyeongChang Winter 2018. Official Torch.
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Olympic Auction 94
Description
White, 70cm (27.6”) long, the length matching the altitude of 700 Meter of PyeongChang. The five parts at top are simulating a flame, being also based on the Korean name of PyeongChang. This symbol is shown also over the lower part in gold. The flame was lit in Olympia, Greece, on October 24, 2017. After an 8-day relay in Greece the torch relay in Korea started on November 9. It ended at the Opening Ceremony on February 9, 2018 with the lighting of the cauldron. Used in the torch relay. In carrying case, EF. Torch lightly discolored at top, o.w. EF. ($3,000)