This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/18/2013
Jules Rimet World Cup trophy from 1970. Trophy boasts the look and dimensions of designer Abel Lafleur's original double-sided 1930 model, complete with gilt metal figure of Nike, the winged Grecian victory goddess, holding a decagonal cup overhead. Figure is attached to an octagonal base of black marble. Base sides feature engraved plaques reading, (1) "Coupe Du Monde De Football Association / Coupe Jules Rimet", (2) "Winners 1930 Uruguay / 1934 Italy / 1938 Italy", (3) "Winners 1950 Uruguay / 1954 Germany / 1958 Brazil", and (4) "Winners 1962 Brazil / 1966 England / 1970 Brazil". Accompanied by original wooden case lined in red velvet. Statue measures 13.5" in height. Statue is in fine condition.