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Posted 10 months ago
ThriftyGypsy
(93 items)
Greetings Fellow Collectors, I haven't posted any items for a while, so I thought I would post this key ring in honor of the current olympics, and the ones held in 1972. I purchased this at a local flea market several months back in a box of loose miscellaneous items. It appears to be made out of pewter, and is good condition. It also appears to be original, and I believe it wmay have been sold in Munich at that time. Maybe someone on here will have some ideas on that. There are no markings on the coin, but the latch has the initials D.C.B. on it. This was an Olympics that were marked by tragedy for the Israeli team and triumph for the U.S. swimmer Mark Spitz, who won 7 gold medals, and broke 7 world records. It was also noted for the arrival of the famous Russian Gymnast Olga Korbut and her famous gymnastics. But more importantly, it should be remembered for the murder of 11 Israeli athletes and coaches by a terroist group. Although the games were postponed and a memorial service was held, the games continued as a notice to that terrorist that the world would not be intimidated by them. This year is the 40th anniversary. Hope everyone is having a great day. Thanks, Thrifty Gypsy
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What a Great item you have found. I Love it !!
Thanks musikchoo for the love and the comments. I was definitely excited when I found this key ring, especially for a dollar ! Have a great afternoon, TG.
Thanks mrmajestic1 for the love ! TG
Thanks AR8Jason for the love! Hope you are doing well. I was wondering if you got my e-mail yesterday? I sent it to your Hotmail account. Thrifty
Hi ThriftyGypsy...I have been looking online for this keychain since one was stolen from us about a week ago...actually, I got it when we were in Munich for the '72 Olympics....the chain part was gone on mine...and the original is not pewter, I don't think....at least not the one I got in Munich....over the years it wore and exposed a brass look underneath. The burglars who broke into our house took my jewelry box....unfortunately, the most valuable stuff they got was not $$$ value but sentimental value....like this keychain. If you are willing to give it up (ie., sell it), let me know. :)
Thanks mustangtony for the love! Merry Christmas and Seasons Greetings! Hope you have a safey and happy holiday! Thrifty