Description
Saddle up, collectors, because this is the mother lode of Kentucky Derby memorabilia. These are the Official 1974 Kentucky Derby 100th Anniversary glasses, produced to commemorate the centennial running at Churchill Downs. Each glass features the iconic frosted white and gold design with a detailed oval medallion showcasing a racing thoroughbred in full stride, flanked by the twin spires of Churchill Downs, all rendered in rich sepia and gold tones. The wraparound text reads Kentucky Derby in bold Old English script, with 1974 and 100th Anniversary Official printed prominently on the front. The reverse side of each glass lists every Kentucky Derby winner from the race's earliest runnings through 1973, with Triple Crown winners denoted by a small crown symbol, ending with Secretariat's legendary 1973 victory. The bottom of each glass bears the Libbey Glass manufacturer's mark, a looping script L impressed into the base, confirming these are authentic period glassware. Condition across the lot is excellent with the frosted decoration largely intact, showing only the minimal wear expected from a half-century of careful storage.
Condition
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Measurement
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Category: Collectibles and Memorabilia