MEARS Auction #29, Ends August 27th, 2011, 9:00 CST w/15-Minute Rule

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Lot #570:

1996 Kim Batten Olympics Worn Opening Ceremonies Outfit From Olympics She Won Silver Medal

Kim Batten proudly wore this outfit during the opening ceremonies of the 1996 Olympics. Included is her suit, dress and button up shirt.

An Olympic exclusivity tag is revealed on the suit coat which reads: "1996 U.S. Olympic Team We salute you, the participant, as you represent our country in Atlanta at the Centennial Olympic Games." A USA 1996 Olympic Team patch is sewn over the left portion of the breast. What makes this ultra-special is that Batten realized a silver medal in the '96 Olympics.

Also included are the skirt and the blouse (Olympic emblem embroidered on front) Batten wore for the opening ceremonies. Get an ensemble worn by Batten just before she took her place on a worldwide stage. A very rare chance to own an outfit worn by one of the country's signature athletes of her time.

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