Artefacts

London 2012, foam hand used by volunteers to guide visitors.

Physical description

One hand mitt.

Created

Created: Wolff Olins Created: The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games Ltd (LOCOG)Created: Icon Live

Materials

Foam, plastic

Colors

pink, white

Dimension

46.5 x 23 x 2.5 cm, 42 g

Type of item

Souvenirs -> panel

Reference number

231062

Keywords

volunteer Visitor London 2012, Olympic Games Hospitality emblem

Notes

Foam hand used by volunteers, London 2012 Pensioners, workers or students, the volunteers were everywhere with their red and purple polo shirts – and this enormous pink hand. Usually waving it with a big smile, the volunteers played a key part in the success of these Games.