The Olympic road to Calgary ran through Victoria An Olympic year. 1988. And, in a bonus for Canadians, the Winter Games were coming to home turf in Calgary that same winter. For collectors, the 1988 Canadian Figure Skating Championships pins are also reminders of just how much was happening in Canadian figure skating during those… Continue reading 1988 Canadian Figure Skating Pins: Road to Calgary.
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1978 Canadian Figure Skating Pins: Lighting the Way.
An iconic symbol of Victoria took center stage on the event pins Victoria, British Columbia, on Canada's scenic west coast, is renowned for its charming blend of old-world elegance and natural beauty. The city boasts landmarks like the historic Empress Hotel and its iconic afternoon tea, the stunning Butchart Gardens, and the world’s tallest freestanding… Continue reading 1978 Canadian Figure Skating Pins: Lighting the Way.
1984 Skate Canada Pins: Victor Victoria.
Shield-shaped pin was a welcome change of design for the annual souvenir So many figure skating pins are round or rectangular that anything different is a refreshing and welcome change. Such is the case with the pins made to commemorate the 1984 Skate Canada event, held in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. A traditional shield shape… Continue reading 1984 Skate Canada Pins: Victor Victoria.