Medal, XXIII Olympics Rosenstein Wandertage TSV Heubach, Bronze Enamel with Ribbon, German, Los Angeles 1984

Los Angeles, 1984 — the world gathered, and someone brought this home.

Issued for the 14th International Rosenstein Wandertage, a German athletic walking event organized by TSV Heubach, this bronze medal was created to coincide with the XXIII Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The top bar is inscribed in German: 14 Int. Rosenstein Wandertage 1983, TSV Heubach. The face is ringed with colorful enamel flags of nations and features the Great Seal of the United States in enamel at center, surrounding an embossed cityscape of Los Angeles. All text is in German — a beautiful cross-cultural artifact from a year the world was watching.

A striking display piece for the Olympics collector, the history enthusiast, or anyone drawn to the intersection of sport and international culture. A one-of-a-kind gift.

• Material: Bronze with colorful enamel, ribbon
• Dimensions: 4.25" overall length · 1.75" diameter
• Origin: Germany
• Era: 1984
• Condition: Vintage, used — very good; some age wear; please review all photos