Artefacts

Helsinki 1952, commemorative medal representing Robert MATHIAS (USA), presented to Lord Killanin.

Physical description

Obverse: Robert Mathias in profil and as discus thrower. Caption: "XV OLYMPIAD HELSINKI 1952 / ROBERT MATHIAS U.S.A.". Reverse: Olympic symbol, laurel branch and caption: "CITIUS ALTIUS FORTIUS ; ROBERT MATHIAS / becomes only man ever to win two / consecutive decathlon championships".

Created

Created: The Franklin Mint

Symbolized

Symbolically represented: Michael Morris KILLANIN Symbolically represented: Robert MATHIAS

Materials

metal

Colors

bronze

Dimension

ø 3.9 x 0.3 cm, 25 g