SCP Auctions January 2009 Internet Auction

Beautiful ring given to Jim Thorpe's family upon his induction into the National Track and Field Hall of Fame in 1975. Thorpe is recognized by many as the greatest all-around athlete of the early 20th century. Thorpe, a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, won 2 gold medals at the 1912 Olympics in Stockholm and played 289 games over 6 seasons in Major League Baseball. The top of the ring features a map of the United States in the center with a flying foot logo and a small diamond to note the Hall's New York location. "Hall of Fame" at top of map with "USA" below. "National Track & Field" is spelled out around all. Circling all are tiny images of athletes in competition - running, javelin, pole vaulting, high jumping, etc, 8 in all. One side has Thorpe while the other has 1975. Laurel wreaths are below both. The ring does have some wear as it was worn for a number of years by the proud family member who received it. Jostens 10K stamped on the inside. LOA from the Thorpe family.