1984 KREWE OF OLYMPUS — OLYMPUS XIV
NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS
HEAVY VINTAGE CARNIVAL PRESENTATION / COMMEMORATIVE MEDALOutstanding vintage 1984 Krewe of Olympus Mardi Gras medal commemorating OLYMPUS XIV.This is NOT a standard lightweight aluminum parade doubloon intended to be thrown from a float. This is a substantial, specially produced heavy Carnival medal of the type associated with krewe commemorative and presentation issues. Heavy medals such as this were produced in much smaller quantities than ordinary parade throws and could be distributed in connection with krewe functions, presentations, members, guests and other special occasions.One side features the Krewe of Olympus / Olympus XIV design, while the reverse features an attractive floral bouquet motif.This substantial heavy yellow-metal construction and detailed design distinguish it immediately from the mass-produced aluminum doubloons commonly thrown during Mardi Gras parades.Excellent crossover appeal for collectors of:• Krewe of Olympus memorabilia
• Vintage New Orleans Mardi Gras
• Heavy Mardi Gras medals
• Mardi Gras doubloons and medallions
• Krewe presentation and commemorative pieces
• Louisiana Carnival history
• Louisiana exonumia
• Vintage tokens and medals
• New Orleans memorabilia
• 1980s Mardi Gras collectiblesDating to 1984, this medal is now more than four decades old and retains vintage surface character consistent with its age and storage. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact condition, coloration and surface details.I have intentionally left this piece uncleaned to preserve its original vintage surface, patina and character. The buyer may clean or polish it if desired.Metal composition has NOT been tested. It is being sold as a heavy yellow-metal Mardi Gras medal, with no representation that it contains gold or another precious metal.A substantial and unusual vintage Krewe of Olympus piece representing the more specialized commemorative/presentation side of New Orleans Carnival collecting rather than the ordinary aluminum parade throws.$100 BUY IT NOW / BEST OFFER
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