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The Museum of Yo-Yo History is a labor of love, and we would not be able to stay up-to-date with exhibits without the support of our sponsors and curators. Big thanks go to One Drop Design and Duncan for supplying us with their latest models, YoYoExpert for their help and support, and to Cody Orr, TotalArtist and YoYoBrothers™ for allowing us to use their collections!
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| Royal Tournament jeweled (2000) |
| Exhibit #1978 |
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| Type | Special Release |
| Shape | Standard (-) |
| Axle | Fixed |
| Packaging | Display Boxed |
| Construction | Three piece wood |
| Response | None |
| Condition | Mint in Package |
| Date | 2000 |
| Owner | Rick Brough |
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This is the Royal Tournament jeweled chevron golden anniversary edition. After a 35+ year absence from the yo-yo scene, Royal returned to business on Saturday, April 15, 2000 and this yo was their initial release. The first 50 were set aside for Tom Radovan's family; the first 100 sold thereafter were autographed by Tom Radovan, son of Joe Radovan, founder of Royal Tops in the mid 1930s.
This yo-yo came in red, blue, green, or black. Stamped logo includes the 5-point crown that Royals are famous for having. At each of the 3 points on the chevron, there is embedded a 4.55 mm clear jewel, imported from Austria. Gold leaf stamped, hardwood, tournament shaped. Individually numbered on reverse side. Came with a numbered certificate of authenticity, and was presented in a sturdy, clear, plexi-glass display box (originally made to house baseballs).
Read more about the history of Royal Tops! In the left menu, click Profiles & History > Company Profiles > Royal.
Original retail price: $26 US. | |
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