The Olympic Games are a global sporting event that brings together athletes from around the world to compete in a variety of sports. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece in 1896, but the origins of the Games date back to ancient Greece.

The ancient Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece from 776 BC to 393 AD. The Games were held every four years and were a celebration of athletic prowess and religious devotion. The ancient Olympic Games included a variety of sports, including running, jumping, discus throwing, and wrestling.

The modern Olympic Games were founded by Pierre de Coubertin, a French educator, who was inspired by the idea of promoting international understanding through sport. The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece in 1896 and included nine sports, including athletics, cycling, and swimming.

The Olympic Games have since grown in size and popularity, more...

Collectors can choose to focus on one type of item or collect a variety of items associated with the Games.

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(16 items, comprising of letters, documents, photos, a…

(16 items, comprising of letters, documents, photos, a recording and a small bronze plaque). An archive of documents and letters from the estate of E.J.H. Holt, Technical Director, Olympic Games, Melbourne, 1956: comprising of several original photographs…

The Sydney Olympic Federation Archives - posters: official…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay Posters - 40 Available

The Sydney Olympic Federation Archives - posters: official licensed 'Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Relay' posters in presentation tubes as issued, original retail $29.95 each; 40 examples, as new.

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, in…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch in Perspex Display Case

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, in perspex display case with details of the Torch's inspiration, design & technical aspects, limited edition 423/2000 created to replicate the torches carried by the Torchbearers, overall 54 x 89…

Scarves: an Olympic Games scarf (pure silk, made in Japan) with…

Olympic Scarves featuring Australia and competing nations

Scarves: an Olympic Games scarf (pure silk, made in Japan) with a map of Australia at centre surrounded by the flags of all the nations competing at Melbourne (Vf condition), also, another scarf with Australia and the torch at centre surrounded by various…

A Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch, length 75 cm

Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch - 75cm in Length

A Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch, length 75 cm

Original 1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch. Aluminium alloy flared…

1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch

Original 1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch. Aluminium alloy flared body, with three sets of reticulated Olympic rings and 'XVI Olympiad 1956: Olympia Melbourne' in relief to circumference. Height 41 cm not including stand. Literature: image supplied, Bert…

2000 Sydney Olympics fourteen framed displays comprising almost…

Sydney Olympics Pin Display with 500+ Pins

2000 Sydney Olympics fourteen framed displays comprising almost 500 Olympics pins, including Shane Gould Dna, torch relay series & sports mascots.

Ties collection (50) including 1977 Centenary Test, Australian…

Assorted Ties Collection with Olympic Memorabilia

Ties collection (50) including 1977 Centenary Test, Australian Cricket Society, range of club ties including Peking & Kowloon; plus Olympics green tie embroidered with 'Melbourne/1956/XVI Olympiad', Olympic rings & torch over map of Australia. (Qty 51)

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch. In original box. Length 78 cm

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch in Box - 78cm Long

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch. In original box. Length 78 cm

Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch with unsigned medals designed by…

Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch & Memorabilia with Devlin's Medals

Sydney 2000 Paralympic Torch with unsigned medals designed by Stuart Devlin & memorabilia

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Collection of small figurines (14)…

1956 Melbourne Olympics Souvenir Figurines in Tin

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Collection of small figurines (14) sold as souvenirs, including athletes (2), torch runner (2), javelin, discus throw (3), swimming (2), boxing (2), fencing & weightlifting. Each on a small stand with 'Olympic Games/1956 -…

Ties collection (50) including 1977 Centenary Test, Australian…

Sports Ties Collection with Olympic Memorabilia

Ties collection (50) including 1977 Centenary Test, Australian Cricket Society, range of club ties including Peking & Kowloon; plus Olympics green tie embroidered with 'Melbourne/ 1956/ XVI Olympiad', Olympic rings & torch over map of Australia. (Qty 51)

Rare Sydney 2000 Olympic Games torch, carried by a runner…

Rare Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch #039 with Runner Photos

Rare Sydney 2000 Olympic Games torch, carried by a runner during the Torch Relay, with photographs of the carrying runner, marked #039, length 78 cm

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Towels, two by Super Tex showing torch…

Melbourne Olympics Towels

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Towels, two by Super Tex showing torch runner & MCG; another by Dickies with Olympic torch over map of Australia. Generally Good condition. (Qty 3)

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch presented in frame and detailing…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch in Detailed Frame

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch presented in frame and detailing design/specs of the torch, size of frame- 90 cm x 54 cm

2000 2000 Sydney Olympics Torch, aluminium and stainless steel,…

Sydney Olympics Torch and Relay Memorabilia Set

2000 2000 Sydney Olympics Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, curved, 78 cm tall, used in Torch Relay; together with relay uniform and album of photographs & ephemera. Ex Harry Gallagher collection.

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Group with square portable cushion…

Melbourne 1956 Olympics Cushions and Carry Bag Set

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Group with square portable cushion with handle (haven't seen this type before); rectangular cushion with rounded corners; carry bag with torch, rings & 'Olympic Games Melbourne 1956'. (Qty 3 items)

1956 'Broadbent's Official Map No.293 Australia - Route of…

1956 Olympic Torch Relay Map of Australia

1956 'Broadbent's Official Map No.293 Australia - Route of Olympic Torch Relay', Fair condition with some peripheral repairs, size 101 x 76 cm.

1956 Melbourne Olympiad Life Membership award in form of…

Melbourne Olympiad Life Membership Torch Award

1956 Melbourne Olympiad Life Membership award in form of Olympic torch, with engraved dedication, awarded 1977. On wood base. Height 44 cm, total.

2006 Doha (Qatar) Asian Games group including torch; flame…

Doha 2006 Asian Games Memorabilia Collection

2006 Doha (Qatar) Asian Games group including torch; flame lantern with travel box; Opening & Closing Ceremonies presentation box; pins/badges; coins; range of banners & posters. (Qty Qty)

Sydney 2000 Olympic replica Torch cased and ready to hang, the…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Replica with Display Case

Sydney 2000 Olympic replica Torch cased and ready to hang, the 2000 olympic replica torch with perspex guard, detailed sketches, concepts and designs, official olympic games memorabillia, frame size width 53 cm x height 90 cm, Torch size height 77 cm,…

2016 Rio Olympic Torch, used in the Brazilian Torch Relay.…

Rio Torch: Reflecting the Beauty of Brazil

2016 Rio Olympic Torch, used in the Brazilian Torch Relay. Recycled aluminum and resin, 69 cm tall, the colorful layers reflect the ground, the sea, the mountain, and the sky at the top with the yellow sun (the flame). Used in the torch relay, light…

2012 London Olympic Torch, gold-colored aluminum alloy, 80 cm…

Gold Torch with 8000 Holes for London Olympics 2012

2012 London Olympic Torch, gold-colored aluminum alloy, 80 cm long, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, made by The Premier Group, Coventry. Triangular form made out of an inner and outer sheet with 8000 holes representing the 8000 torch bearers in…

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, three layers consisting of polished…

Sydney Olympic Torch by Blue Sky Design

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, three layers consisting of polished stainless steel, anodized aluminum and coated aluminum, 77 cm, designed by Blue Sky Design, Sydney, manufactured by G.A. & L. Harrington

1996 Atlanta Olympic Torch, aluminium and pecan wood,…

Atlanta Olympic Torch: Symbol of Unity and History

1996 Atlanta Olympic Torch, aluminium and pecan wood, cylindrical shape, 80 cm tall. (Designed by Peter Mastroganis. The 22 silver reeds on the upper half represent the 22 cities which hosted the Summer Games since 1896, the wooden pecan handle represents…

1992 Barcelona Olympic Torch, chrome plated aluminium, tapered…

Barcelona 1992 Olympic Torch

1992 Barcelona Olympic Torch, chrome plated aluminium, tapered with no hand-guard shape, designed by Andre Ricard, with legend 'XXV Olimpiada Barcelona 1992', 68 cm tall, used in torch relay. The torch lighting was one of the most emotional moments of the…

1988 Seoul Olympic Torch, brass, 50 cm, with tan leather handle,…

Dragon Torch for Seoul Olympics

1988 Seoul Olympic Torch, brass, 50 cm, with tan leather handle, designed by Lee Woo-Sing. Bowl depicts dragons, Seoul Olympic logo enameled in colour below

1984 Los Angeles Olympic Torch, aluminium and bronze, leather…

1984 LA Olympic Torch with Case and Instructions

1984 Los Angeles Olympic Torch, aluminium and bronze, leather handle, bowl with no hand guard, 57 cm tall, plus original leather case containing burner, and booklet 'Operating and Safety Instructions - 1984 Olympic Torch'

1980 Moscow Olympic Torch, aluminium alloy, 56 cm tall,…

1980 Moscow Olympic Torch - Designed by Boris Tuchin

1980 Moscow Olympic Torch, aluminium alloy, 56 cm tall, designed by Boris Tuchin, legend at top in cryllic, 'Mockba - Olympyada - 1980', the handle is grey with a gold plated upper guard imprinted with the emblem of the Games. Runners carried the torch…

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch, aluminium, 67 cm tall, stem…

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch, aluminium, 67 cm tall, stem painted red, with white Montreal logo, top painted black. Designed by George Huel and Michael Dall. The flame was carried from Olympia, Greece to Athens where it was transferred by satellite to…

1960 Rome Olympic Torch, Bronzed aluminum, 40 cm, designed by…

Etruscan-inspired Rome Olympic Torch

1960 Rome Olympic Torch, Bronzed aluminum, 40 cm, designed by Professor Maiure and his team from the National Museum of Archeology in Naples, the design is based on drawings of torches on ancient Etruscan ceramics

1936 Berlin Olympic Torch (first Olympic Torch), made from…

1936 Berlin Olympic Torch: Symbol of International Unity

1936 Berlin Olympic Torch (first Olympic Torch), made from steel by Krupp, designed by Carl Diem, comprising shaft with handguard, 27 cm tall. Legend around top '* Als Dank Dem Trager */ Organisations- Komitee Fur Die XI. Olympiade Berlin 1936', torch run…

1972 Munich Olympic Games Torch, steel, made by Krupp factory…

1972 Munich Olympic Torch by Krupp and Hagri Kettwig

1972 Munich Olympic Games Torch, steel, made by Krupp factory and designed by Hagri Kettwig, 73 cm high

1968 Mexico city Olympics Torch, aluminium with wood, designed…

1968 Mexico Olympics Torch by James Metcalf

1968 Mexico city Olympics Torch, aluminium with wood, designed by James Metcalf., 52.8 cm high

1956 Melbourne Olympic Games Torch, aluminium alloy, designed…

Melbourne 1956 Olympic Torch

1956 Melbourne Olympic Games Torch, aluminium alloy, designed by Ralph Lavers., 41 cm high, 14.2 cm diameter

1948 London Olympic Games Torch, aluminium alloy designed by…

London 1948 Olympic Torch by Ralph Lavers

1948 London Olympic Games Torch, aluminium alloy designed by Ralph Lavers, 30 cm high, 14.2 cm diameter

Sydney 2000 Olympic Relay Torch mounted & framed, limited…

Limited Edition Sydney 2000 Olympic Relay Torch Frame

Sydney 2000 Olympic Relay Torch mounted & framed, limited edition 220/2000. Condition, good, minor wear, length of frame, 89 cm

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel,…

Sydney Olympic Torch: Iconic Curved Design for Torch Relay

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, curved, 78 cm tall, used in torch relay

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch, aluminium, 67 cm tall, stem…

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch - Design and Journey

1976 Montreal Olympic Torch, aluminium, 67 cm tall, stem painted red, with white Montreal logo, top painted black. Designed by George Huel and Michael Dall. The flame was carried from Olympia, Greece to Athens where it was transferred by satellite to…

1968 Mexico Olympic Torch, sheet metal, black, part of shaft…

1968 Mexico Olympic Torch

1968 Mexico Olympic Torch, sheet metal, black, part of shaft made of wood, 52 cm tall. Used in the Torch run from Olympia to Athens, Greece. Quantity produced: 3000, with original magenta and cyan presentation case with text 'Antorcha Olimpico/ Mexico 68'

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel,…

Sydney Olympic Torch: Symbol of Unity and Athleticism

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, curved, 78 cm tall. Used in torch relay.

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Dancer/Cheerleader's Uniform,…

Melbourne Olympics Dancer Uniform with Torch Decoration

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Dancer/Cheerleader's Uniform, decorated with Olympic Torch. Good condition.

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Official's Blazer, navy blue wool with…

1956 Melbourne Olympics Official's Blazer

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Official's Blazer, navy blue wool with embroidered Olympic Torch, 'V' & 'A.A.A' on pocket. Fair/Good condition. Indistinct name on label.

1956 Olympic Torch Fuel Pack Container, original cardboard tube…

1956 Olympic Torch Fuel Pack Container

1956 Olympic Torch Fuel Pack Container, original cardboard tube with instructions printed on outside. Made by Waeco Ltd, Pyrotechnic Engineers, Salisbury, UK. Extremely scarce.

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design,…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Prototype with Original Box

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design, with Sydney 2000 logos applied as decals, and different heater coil. With original box marked 'Olympic Prototype', 'Op#2' & 'Display Only'. This prototype believed to be the one carried by…

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design,…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Prototype with Original Box

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design, with Sydney 2000 logos applied as decals, perforated protector over burner, and aluminium foil inside top of stainless steel tube. (Tip of tube bent). With original box marked 'Olympic…

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel,…

Sydney Olympic Torch: Iconic Curved Design for Torch Relay

2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, curved, 78 cm tall. Used in torch relay

1956 Olympics Coffee Table, that breaks down into 3 pieces, the…

1956 Olympics Coffee Table

1956 Olympics Coffee Table, that breaks down into 3 pieces, the top with 'XVIth Olympiad, 22 November - 8 December, 1956 (Olympic rings torch & map of Australia), Melbourne, Australia'

1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch, metal, 41 cm tall, legend around…

1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch

1956 Melbourne Olympic Torch, metal, 41 cm tall, legend around top 'XVI Olympiad 1956: Olympia - Melbourne'

2010 Vancouver Olympic Torch, stainless steel, aluminum and…

Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch in Protective Bag

2010 Vancouver Olympic Torch, stainless steel, aluminum and sheet molding compound, 94 cm tall, in original protective bag

2008 Beijing Olympic Torch, red and grey anodized aluminum, 72…

Beijing Olympic Torch with Box, VG Condition

2008 Beijing Olympic Torch, red and grey anodized aluminum, 72 cm tall, with original box. VG condition

2004 Athens Olympic Torch, magnesium and olive wood, 66 cm tall.…

Athens Torch: Magnesium and Olive Wood

2004 Athens Olympic Torch, magnesium and olive wood, 66 cm tall. with original tube

Torch Relay Stands: Generic Torch relay stands (4) made by Fct…

Fct Flames: Torch Relay Stands for Olympic Games

Torch Relay Stands: Generic Torch relay stands (4) made by Fct Flames who made the fuel system for many of the Olympic Torches (Sydney, Athens, etc)

Prototype 2000 Sydney Paralympic Torch, similar to issued…

Electric Blue Paralympic Torch Prototype with Fire Retardant Material

Prototype 2000 Sydney Paralympic Torch, similar to issued design, with outer tube electric blue rather than royal blue colour, and fire retardant material inside top of stainless steel tube. With original box marked 'Paralympic Prototype'

2000 Sydney Paralympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel,…

Rare 2000 Sydney Paralympic Torch - Third Offered

2000 Sydney Paralympic Torch, aluminium and stainless steel, curved, 74 cm tall. Rare - only the third Paralympic torch we have offered

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design,…

Sydney Olympic Torch Prototype with Original Box and Decals

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design, with Sydney 2000 logos applied as decals, and different heater coil. With original box marked 'Olympic Prototype', 'Op#2' & 'Display Only'. This prototype believed to be the one carried by…

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design,…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Prototype with Original Box

Prototype 2000 Sydney Olympic Torch, similar to issued design, with Sydney 2000 logos applied as decals, perforated protector over burner, and aluminium foil inside top of stainless steel tube. (Tip of tube bent). With original box marked 'Olympic…

1996 Atlanta Olympic Torch, aluminium and pecan wood,…

Atlanta Olympic Torch 1996: Symbolic Design with Silver Reeds

1996 Atlanta Olympic Torch, aluminium and pecan wood, cylindrical shape, 80 cm tall. Good condition. (Designed by Peter Mastroganis. The 22 silver reeds on the upper half represent the 22 cities which hosted the Summer Games since 1896; the wooden pecan…

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Cup, Saucer & Plate, made by Royal…

Royal Albert Melbourne Olympics Cup, Saucer & Plate

1956 Melbourne Olympics: Cup, Saucer & Plate, made by Royal Albert Bone China, England, showing Melbourne Coat-of-Arms, Olympic Rings, Torch & Map of Australia

1948 Olympic torch component, made from aluminium, 14 cm wide,…

1948 Olympic Torch Component: Aluminium, 14 cm wide

1948 Olympic torch component, made from aluminium, 14 cm wide, 9.5 cm high

1972 Olympic Torch, nickel and chromium steel, 75 cm tall,…

1972 Olympic Torch

1972 Olympic Torch, nickel and chromium steel, 75 cm tall, shaft with handguard, manufactured by Krupp, with legend at base, 'Munchen 1972/ Spiele der XX Olympiade'. G/VG condition

1956 Olympic Torch, aluminium, with legend around top 'XVI…

1956 Olympic Torch on Wooden Stand

1956 Olympic Torch, aluminium, with legend around top 'XVI Olympiad 1956: Olympia - Melbourne', mounted on wooden stand, overall 46 cm tall

Sydney 2000 replica Olympic torch, aluminium and stainless…

Sydney 2000 Olympic Torch Replica in Display Case

Sydney 2000 replica Olympic torch, aluminium and stainless steel, in perspex display case with details of the torch's inspiration, design & technical aspects, limited edition 828/2000, overall 54 x 89 cm. With CoA.

1996 Atlanta, XXVI Summer Olympics: 1996 Olympic Torch,…

Atlanta 1996 Olympic Torch

1996 Atlanta, XXVI Summer Olympics: 1996 Olympic Torch, aluminium and pecan wood, cylindrical shape, 80 cm tall. Used in torch relay, handle has been repaired. (Designed by Peter Mastroganis. The 22 silver reeds on the upper half represent the 22 cities…

Baitz Liquor, small bottle in shape of Olympic torch, on a…

Baitz Liquor Olympic Torch Bottle - 1956 Memorabilia

Baitz Liquor, small bottle in shape of Olympic torch, on a plastic stand, with printed labels on bottle & stand, 'XVI Olympiad, Melbourne, Aust, Nov.22 - Dec.8, 1956'. Containing Cherry Brandy (red). Very attractive item of 1956 Olympics memorabilia

Baitz Liquor, small bottle in shape of Olympic torch, on a…

1956 Olympics Baitz Liquor Torch-Shaped Bottle with Creme De Menthe

Baitz Liquor, small bottle in shape of Olympic torch, on a plastic stand, with printed label on bottle 'XVI Olympiad, Melbourne, Aust, Nov.22 - Dec.8, 1956'. Containing Creme De Menthe (green). Very attractive item of 1956 Olympics memorabilia

Bottle Tops (12), each with 'Olympic Games/(Olympic rings &…

1956 Melbourne Olympics Bottle Tops & Invitation Book

Bottle Tops (12), each with 'Olympic Games/(Olympic rings & torch)/1956 Melbourne'; plus 'Melbourne's Olympic Games Invitation' (Melbourne, 1948), rare 44-page book published as part of Melbourne's application for 1956 Olympics. (13 items)