A 2012 London Paralympic Games bearer's torch with Ellie Simmonds autographed 'shard', acquired at the Official London 2012 Auction, this example numb
£2,500 - £4,500
A 2012 London Paralympic Games bearer's torch with Ellie Simmonds autographed 'shard', acquired at the Official London 2012 Auction, this example numbered 1 of 12 of the Ellie Simmonds signed torches, of tapering, triangular form, mirrored finish allowing its colour to adapt to its surroundings, bearing the official 2012 logo, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, manufactured in collaboration by Tecosim, LPG Gas, Bullfinch and Premier Sheet Metal, inner and outer aluminium alloy skin, held in place by a cast top piece and base, perforated by 8,000 circles representing the total number of torch bearer's in the London 2012 Relay, and also allowing a high level of transparency including viewing of the burner system, length 80cm., 31 1/2in., weight 800gr., 28oz.; sold together with the original COA issued by Sebastian Coe, Chair of the London 2012 Organising Committee (2)