1996 EXCELLENT CONDITION Atlanta Summer Olympic Torch

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Designed by Georgia Tech and product information can be found on Georgia Tech Alumni website. On this site the torch is described as:•"Centennial Games Torch: Reminiscent of ancient torches--a cluster of reeds bound by twine. The Centennial torch consists of 22 reeds--one of each of the Olympic Games, with a center "handle" of Georgia hardwood. The names of each host city are etched in a gold band near the torch base; another band above the wood shows the Atlanta Games logo and Quilt of Leaves. •Dimensions: At 32 inches high, this is the tallest torch for a Summer Olympic Games. Its diameter varies from 2.25 inches at the bottom to 3.5 inches at the top. •Materials: Reeds are aluminum, hardwood is either pecan or hickory, two gold-plated brass bands. •Fuel System: Dual burner system--a first--that will help the flame resist wind and rain. Small tank in the base of torch for fuel. Flame will burn 30 to 40 minutes per torch. •Number of Torches: More than 10,000 will be produced. •Selection of Torchbearers: A total of 10,000 individuals will carry the torch in the U.S. Criteria developed by the United Way of America and Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games will be used to select 6,500 bearers; 1,000 will be Olympians; and 2,500 individuals to be selected by The Coca-Cola Co., which is presenting the 1996 Olympic Games Torch Relay read more

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