Olympic relay torch used by one of the torchbearers during the 1984 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles California. A total of 3,636 runners participated in the torch run, which started in New York and ended in Los Angeles. The run to Los Angeles covered more than 9,320 miles and concluded with Rafer Johnson lighting the main arena torch to start the games.
The top rim of the torch features the Olympic logo and the Latin words "Citius Altius Fortis" (Faster, Higher, Stronger), below which is a likeness of the exterior main gate of the Los Angeles Coliseum, which was the main venue for the games. The middle band is engraved "Games of the/XXIIIrd Olympiad/Los Angeles 1984." The bottom band displays the initials and logo of the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee (LAOOC), as well as the name of the torch manufacturer ("Turner Ind. Inc."). A tan leather covering encases the handle. The torch displays light-to-moderate use, including a few light scratches to the metal components, and remains in Excellent condition. Length: 22.25 inches. Please
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