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Silver medal from the 1906 Olympic games, held in Athens, Greece. The 1906 Games were enormously successful, introducing several characteristics of the modern games, including the establishment of both opening and closing ceremonies. Medal bears design of Zeus' face along with his hand holding a globe and winged victory image, with caption reading ''Olympia''. Depiction of the acropolis and ''1906 Olympic Games'' in Greek upon verso. Housed in red leather case with green felt backing. Measures 2'' in diameter and weighs 64 grams or 2.25 ounces. Near fine condition.
Silver Olympic Medal From the 1906 Summer Olympics, Held in Athens, Greece
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