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The XXIII Olympic Games
| Location | Italy |
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| Year | 1984 |
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| Technique | Die-struck |
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| Obverse description | A torch-bearing rider on a rearing horse depicted in high relief against a mirrored field, with the stripes and stars of the American flag in the background. The circular legend reads 'THE XXIII OLYMPIC GAMES' along the upper border, with the date '1984' in the lower exergue. An engraver's signature appears in the lower right field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A detailed relief depiction of Los Angeles City Hall occupies the central field, with a frieze of stylised athletes representing various Olympic sports encircling the upper and lateral borders. Hand-stamped mint marks and purity marks appear in the upper right field. The legend 'LOS ANGELES' is inscribed along the lower border. |
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