28th Aug, 2020 15:15

The Sporting Medals & Trophies Auction

 
  Lot 1704
 

CELTIC F.C. INTEREST - RONNIE SIMPSON'S S.F.L. LEAGUE CUP GOLD WINNERS MEDAL 1966/67

S.F.L. LEAGUE CUP GOLD WINNERS MEDAL 1966/67,
awarded to Ronnie Simpson, the obverse with central shield shaped plaque with red enamel lion rampant motif, within blue enamel border inscribed 'Scottish Football League', the reverse inscribed 'League Cup' and 'Season 1966-67 Winner', 37mm high including bale, maker JWB, in nine carat gold, 8.6g, along with Sure it's a Grand Old Team to Play For by Ronnie Simpson and a framed team picture (3)

Note: Celtic won the Scottish League Cup Final on 29 October 1966, beating Rangers 1-0 to lift the cup. 1966-67 would prove the most successful year in Celtic F.C. history thus far, as the club won every competition entered, the Scottish League, Scottish Cup, League Cup, Glasgow Cup and the European Cup. Goal keeper Ronnie Simpson (1930-2004) is best known for his time with Celtic. Starting the 1966/67 season aged 36, this year would prove to be the peak of Simpson's career, and of course, one of the most successful periods of the club's history. During his career, Simpson won five league championships, a Scottish Cup medals, two League Cup medals and a European Cup medal. Simpson also gained five caps for Scotland.

Provenance: This medal is offered for sale on behalf of a close friend of the late player.

 

A condition report is offered as an indication of any issues visible to the naked eye. As none of our staff is a professional conservator or restorer, buyers must satisfy themselves in respect of condition. The condition report does not form part of any contract between McTear's and the buyer, and all lots are offered "as is" in accordance with our Terms of Business available on our website.

 

Sold for £1,600
Estimated at £1,000 - £2,000


 
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