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Authentic Collectible Olympian Medals with Official COA

A specialized curation of genuine Olympic medals awarded to athletes, ranging from rare historical pieces to modern commemorative issues. This list highlights items accompanied by rigorous Certificates of Authenticity, ensuring provenance and value for serious numismatic investors and sports memorabilia enthusiasts.

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1984 Los Angeles Gold Medal - Carl Lewis

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A pristine gold medal awarded to track and field legend Carl Lewis for his victory in the 100-meter dash. Accompanied by a PSA/DNA Certificate of Authenticity verifying its direct lineage to the athlete and the Games, making it a cornerstone piece for any Olympic history collection.

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1992 Barcelona 'Dream Team' Basketball Bronze

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Represents the iconic 1992 US Olympic Basketball Team, featuring the signature of multiple Hall of Famers such as Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson. Sold with a holographic COA and original presentation case, offering high liquidity and strong demand among basketball collectors.

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2000 Sydney Olympic Commemorative Set - Complete

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The full set of gold, silver, and bronze medals from the Sydney Games, often re-struck or preserved by official mints. Includes comprehensive documentation and a mint-issued COA, providing a complete visual narrative of the Australian Games in a single, premium acquisition.

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1968 Mexico City Silver Medal - Tommie Smith

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Historically significant silver medal worn by Tommie Smith during the iconic 200-meter protest. Due to extreme rarity, items come with extensive provenance research and third-party authentication, serving as a powerful artifact of both sports history and civil rights movements.

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2008 Beijing Gold Medal - Usain Bolt

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Awarded to Usain Bolt for his world-record-breaking performance in the 100m and 200m sprints. This high-demand item includes a Beckett Authentication Services certificate, ensuring the medal's authenticity and linking it directly to one of the greatest moments in track history.

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1988 Seoul Olympic Official Mint Set

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An officially licensed set produced by the Royal Canadian Mint or similar authority, capturing the design aesthetics of the Seoul Games. Includes detailed literature on the athletes and a numbered COA, offering a safe and affordable entry point into Olympic numismatics.

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1996 Atlanta Centennial Gold Medal - Mia Hamm

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Commemorates Mia Hamm's pivotal role in the US Women's Soccer team's victory, a landmark moment for women's sports. The medal comes with a signed COA or letter of provenance, appealing specifically to collectors focused on women's athletics and soccer memorabilia.

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2012 London Gold Medal - Jessica Ennis

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Awarded to heptathlon champion Jessica Ennis-Hill for her home-ground victory in London. This piece is highly sought after for its connection to the host nation and features a rigorous authenticity package from major sports authentication houses.

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1972 Munich Olympic Silver Medal - Mark Spitz

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Part of the legacy of Mark Spitz's seven-gold record, though silver variants exist for other events or team contributions. These medals are verified through archival records and come with detailed COAs detailing the specific event and recipient lineage.

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2016 Rio de Janeiro Bronze Medal - Simone Biles

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Represents Simone Biles' dominance in gymnastics during the Rio Games, including her team silver and individual bronze. The item includes a high-resolution image of the athlete with the medal and a secure COA, catering to the massive gymnastics fan base.

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1964 Tokyo First Japanese Olympic Gold Set

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Marks Japan's return to the Olympics post-WWII, featuring medals from judo and volleyball victories. These historically rich items often come with Japanese government or mint certification, offering unique cultural and athletic significance for international collectors.

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2020 Tokyo (2021) Recycled Metal Gold Medal

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Unique for being made from recycled electronic devices, symbolizing sustainability. These official medals are available through official Olympic channels and include digital certificates of authenticity, appealing to eco-conscious collectors and modern design enthusiasts.

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1980 Moscow Boycott Commemorative Medals

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Though not officially awarded by the IOC, commemorative sets created by boycotting nations or athletes hold significant niche value. These items come with specific historical COAs explaining their origin and the political context, serving as educational artifacts for historians.

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2004 Athens Revival of Ancient Traditions Medal

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Features classical Greek designs honoring the ancient origins of the Games. Sold with a mint certificate from the Greek Mint, these medals often include a small replica of an ancient Greek discus, blending modern athletics with classical history.

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1992 Barcelona Paralympic Gold Medal - Oscar Pistorius

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While Oscar Pistorius was involved in controversy, his early Paralympic medals remain distinct collectibles. This listing refers to verified Paralympic gold medals from the Barcelona Games, authenticated by the IPC, catering to adaptive sports memorabilia collectors.

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1976 Montreal Olympic Commemorative Plaque

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A high-end collectible featuring a miniaturized replica of the medal mounted on a decorative plaque. Includes a numbered COA and detailed history of the Montreal Games, offering a display-friendly alternative to handling loose medals.

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1988 Seoul Olympic Silver Medal - Ben Johnson (Historical Note)

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Due to the doping scandal, genuine medals from Ben Johnson are rare and heavily documented. Collectors seek these for their historical weight and the subsequent stripping of the medal, which is meticulously recorded in the accompanying COA and auction records.

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2010 Vancouver Winter Olympic Gold Medal - Shaun White

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Represents dominance in half-pipe snowboarding at the Winter Games. This item includes a COA from the USOC, detailing the event and the athlete's performance, appealing to winter sports enthusiasts and snowboard culture collectors.

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1998 Nagano Winter Olympic Silver Medal - Hiroo Kubota

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Awarded for achievements in speed skating or biathlon during the Nagano Games. These winter medals are less common than summer counterparts, offering unique design elements specific to ice and snow sports, verified by official international federation records.

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2014 Sochi Olympic Bronze Medal - Viktor An

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Linked to the polarizing figure Viktor An (Ahn Hyun-soo), these medals carry complex historical narratives. Authentic pieces include detailed COAs from the IOC or relevant national Olympic committees, serving as focal points for discussions on sports politics.