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Olympic relay torch used in the 1996 Summer Olympics. The Torch Relay tradition was begun in 1928, and transports a spark from the parent flame in Olympia, Greece to the host city, in this case Atlanta, in time for the opening ceremonies. The torch was designed by Peter Mastrogiannis, with 22 reeds symbolizing the 22 modern Olympic games held since 1896; the bottom gold band is engraved with the date and city of these 22 Olympic games. Top gold band is engraved with the Atlanta Summer Games logo and the quilt of leaves design. Made of aluminum, with Georgia pecan wood handle at center. Torch measures approximately 31.75'' and weighs approximately 3 lbs., 6.5 oz. Torch was lit, with reeds at top darkened and bent as a result, otherwise near fine.
Olympic Relay Torch Used in 1996 Atlanta Summer Games
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