1936 Jesse Owens Olympic Ticket Stubs Lot of 7 Including All Four Gold Medal Performances & Debut. ...

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1936 Jesse Owens Olympic Ticket Stubs Lot of 7 Including All Four Gold Medal Performances & Debut. At the 1936 Berlin Olympics, American athlete Jesse Owens stunningly countered Nazi propaganda by winning four gold medals. Owens triumphed in the 100 meters, 200 meters, long jump, and 4x100 meter relay, showcasing his extraordinary talent and undermining Hitler's racial superiority myths. His performances not only cemented his legacy as one of the greatest athletes in Olympic history but also delivered a powerful statement against segregation and prejudice, resonating far beyond the realms of sport. Owens' achievements in Berlin symbolized hope and equality, and his legacy continues to inspire the fight for justice and unity in sports and society.

This collection of seven ticket stubs honors Owens' remarkable run to greatness, with five of the tickets graded by PSA and two ungraded. The offered tickets:

1.) 1936 XI Olympiad Opening Ceremony PSA 2.
2.) 1936 Owens first gold medal in 100 metersPSA EX/MT 6 (MK).
3.) 1936 Owens second gold medal in long jump PSA VG 3 (MK).
4.) 1936 Owens fourth gold in 4x100 relay PSA VG 3.
5.) 1936 Owens 4x100 relay first heat PSA EX 5.
6.) 1936 Owens Olympic debut (8/2/36), ungraded with some loss from where the ticket was torn.
7.) 1936 Owens third gold medal in 200 meters, ungraded with light creasing and a few dirt marks.

Comprehensive collection of one of the most important and iconic athletes of the last century.