LAOOC Bucket Hat M/L 1984 Los Angeles Olympics w/8 Pins including Sam Eagle USA
Original vintage 1984 Los Angeles Olympics LAOOC bucket beach hat featuring the red, white, and blue “Stars in Motion” Olympic emblem design, embroidered Los Angeles 1984 Olympics text, and 8 included vintage patriotic/Olympic-themed pins and buttons. This is a collectible 1980s Olympic souvenir lot with strong display appeal for LA84 collectors, Olympic memorabilia buyers, vintage sports fans, and pin collectors. The hat label reads “Manufactured Under License From L.A.O.O.C.” with copyright marking for L.A. OLYM. ORG. COM. and size M/L. The hat has a classic soft bucket/beach hat shape with a stitched brim and multi-panel red, white, and navy construction. Included with the hat are 8 remaining pins/buttons from the original larger collection, including Los Angeles 1984 Olympic logo pins, Sam the Olympic Eagle soccer button, Coca-Cola Olympic pin, USA flag pin, Statue of Liberty patriotic pin, Proud to Be an American pin, and Los Angeles 1984 football/soccer button. Please note that this listing includes only the 8 pins/buttons shown. The hat originally had a much larger number of pins attached, and the fabric shows pin holes, discoloration, age toning, and sun/bleach fading from use and display over the years. Individual Pin/Button Breakdown (with approx. sizes): 1) Proud to Be an American” Statue of Liberty / U.S. flag enamel pin. Patriotic, while not clearly Olympic-specific, it fits in. Size: 1" x 1" 2) Coca-Cola Los Angeles 1984 Olympics sponsor pin with star and Olympic rings. Good crossover appeal for both Coca-Cola and Olympic collectors. Size: 1" x 3/4" 3) Sam the Eagle small mascot enamel pin, number 84 jersey. Small mascot pin. Size: 1" x 3/4" 4) Sam the Olympic Eagle Football / Soccer 1984 Olympics white plastic pin/button. This button has Sam the Eagle, a specific Olympic sport, and clear 1984 Olympics text. Size: 2-1/4" x 1-3/16" 5) U.S. flag stick pin with clutch/tie-tack style base Patriotic accessory piece. Not necessarily Olympic-specific from the visible front, but fits the theme. Size: 2-1/2" x 7/8" 6) Los Angeles 1984 Olympics Football round pinback button. Good soccer/football crossover appeal. Round LA84 event buttons are collectible. Size: 2-1/4" Diameter 7) Los Angeles 1984 "ABC" Olympic shield enamel lapel pin. Nice enamel design with LA84 logo styling. The ABC logo is integrated into the 5 olympic circles. Size: 1-1/8" x 7/8" 8) Statue of Liberty 1886–1986 Centennial patriotic enamel pin This is likely a 1986 Statue of Liberty centennial pin rather than a true Olympic item. It fits as a patriotic piece. Size: 7/8" x 7/8" Sold as is. No warranty from the Seller. No Returns. Approx. Dimensions: Hat: 10" Diameter at the outer rim. SKU: AS135a CONDITION: Pre-owned vintage condition with visible age, use, and display wear. The hat shows discoloration, yellowing/age toning, sun fading/bleaching, scattered marks, fabric spotting, wrinkles, and multiple pin holes from previously attached buttons/pins. The brim and white fabric areas show noticeable sage-related discoloration. The embroidered/printed Olympic graphics remain visible, and the included pins/buttons show typical vintage wear such as surface scratches, tarnish, oxidation, discoloration, and finish wear. Only 8 buttons/pins are included in this listing. See all detailed pictures and read the full detailed description provided by the seller to know what you are purchasing. Key Features Type: Vintage Olympic souvenir bucket/beach hat with pins Event: 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics Licensed Marking: Manufactured under license from L.A.O.O.C. Size: M/L Color: Red, white, navy blue Design: “Stars in Motion” Olympic emblem with Olympic rings and Los Angeles 1984 text Included Pins/Buttons: 8 total, including LA84 Olympic logo, Sam the Eagle soccer, Coca-Cola Olympic, USA flag, Statue of Liberty patriotic, and soccer/football button Approximate Hat Diameter: 10" at outer rim Collecting Category: Olympic memorabilia, sports souvenirs, 1980s vintage accessories, pin collecting, Los Angeles memorabilia Closest style from the provided list: Avant garde More accurate marketplace style wording: 1980s patriotic sportswear, vintage souvenir, Olympic memorabilia, novelty collector accessory. The bold red/white/blue color blocking, event graphics, and pin-covered display history make it more of a 1980s novelty sports souvenir than a traditional fashion-design style. Short Background on the Designer/Manufacturer This hat was manufactured under license from the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, commonly abbreviated L.A.O.O.C., for the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympic Games. The main LA84 emblem is the well-known “Stars in Motion” design used across official Los Angeles 1984 Olympic branding. Sam the Olympic Eagle was the official mascot of the 1984 Los Angeles Games and appears on one of the included soccer-themed pieces. Country This Piece Was Manufactured In Not clearly stated on the visible label. Based on the included photos, I would list the country of manufacture as “Not marked / Unknown” unless another interior tag or reverse side of the label confirms the country. Release Date or Age of Item Circa 1980 to 1984. The label includes a 1980 L.A. Olympic Organizing Committee copyright, and the item was made for the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. Approximate age: 42 to 46 years old.
Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee