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AUCTION BLOCK: CASHING IN ON OLYMPIC HISTORY

By Eric Angevine

Tuesday, August 5, 2008

Historians tell us that the first Olympiad took place in ancient Greece, circa 786 BC. The only event was a 190-meter footrace, and the competitors ran it in the nude. As such, memorabilia from the time is pretty scarce. Even Uni Watch must remain mum on the subject. Sadly. When the modern Olympic movement revved up in 1894, collectors immediately recognized the historical value of the various stamps, stationery, programs, posters, and dinner menus generated by the nascent International Oly ...

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