1940 Helsinki Olympic Games (Cancelled) gilt metal official commemorative medal,of circular form, obverse with a view of the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki, reverse with a running torch bearer, globe in the background, laurel to lower border and XII OLYMPIA 1940 HELSINGFORS, diameter 37mm. Only a small number of these medals were made before the Olympic Games were cancelled due to the outbreak of World War II.
Hammer Price:
£140
Estimated Price:
£200 - £300
1940 Helsinki Olympic Games (Cancelled) gilt metal official commemorative medal,of circular form, obverse with a view of the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki, reverse with a running torch bearer, globe in the background, laurel to lower border and XII OLYMPIA 1940 HELSINGFORS, diameter 37mm. Only a small number of these medals were made before the Olympic Games were cancelled due to the outbreak of World War II.