1980 Medal XIII Olympic Winter Games Copper-Ni

Coin Details

Description

This 1980 copper-nickel medal commemorates the XIII Olympic Winter Games held in Lake Placid, New York. The Lake Placid Games are immortalized in American sports history for the "Miracle on Ice" — the underdog U.S. hockey team's stunning defeat of the dominant Soviet team. The Games were the second Winter Olympics held in Lake Placid, which also hosted the 1932 Games. This copper-nickel commemorative was produced for the general market, providing an affordable souvenir of the Olympic celebration. Copper-nickel was a practical composition for mass-produced Olympic souvenirs, offering durability and attractive appearance at low cost. The 1980 Lake Placid Games generated extensive commemorative production, and the enduring popularity of the "Miracle on Ice" story keeps collector interest in these items consistently strong.

Rarity Notes

Copper-nickel, 1980. Lake Placid Winter Olympics. Miracle on Ice association maintains strong collector interest.

Cross References

PCGS #940120; XIII Olympic Winter Games Lake Placid, Cu-Ni