Vintage 2002 Olympics Lapel Pin Panasonic Vintage Advertising Promotional Pin

Front of gold tone pin features the words SALT LAKE 2002 across the top edge, with the four color tribal design in the center and the Olympics circles with the word PANASONIC across the bottom.
The emblem combines a snow crystal and a sun rising over a mountain. The yellow, orange, and blue colors represent the varied Utah landscape.


On the back of the pin is printed in raised lettering:
TM 1997 SLOC
36 USC220508
AMINOO CHINA

Pin Meaures 1" x 3/4"

FYI about the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake;
The 2002 Winter Olympics, officially the XIX Olympic Winter Games, were a winter multi-sport event that was celebrated in February 2002 in and around Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. Approximately 2,400 athletes from 78 nations participated in 78 events in fifteen disciplines, held throughout 165 sporting sessions. 
Opening ceremony    February 8
Closing ceremony    February 24
Officially opened by    President George W. Bush
Athlete's Oath    Jim Shea
Judge's Oath    Allen Church
Olympic Torch    Members of the 1980 USA hockey team, led by team captain Mike Eruzione
Stadium    Rice-Eccles Stadium

The Salt Lake Games faced a bribery scandal and some local opposition during the bid, as well as some sporting and refereeing controversies during the competitions. Nevertheless, from sporting and business standpoints, this was one of the most successful Winter Olympiads in history; records were set in both the broadcasting and marketing programs. 

 

CONDITION: MINT. Has never been worn or displayed. has been in original packaging since acquired New.

 

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