$1,920
A 1950 tribute trophy presented to Tomás Soares da Silva (Zizinho) by Diários Associados, the Brazilian press and media conglomerate that was founded by Assis Chateaubriand in 1924. The gold tone metal figure of a football player stands on two wood bases. The top base features a medallion of two football players in motion. Affixed to the bottom base is a metal plaque with this inscription: "Diários Associados/ Homenagem/ Destaque do Mundial do 1950/ Tomás Soares da Silva/ (Zizinho)" Diários Associados / Tribute / to the Highlight of the World , 1950 / Tomás Soares da Silva / ( Zizinho ). Zizinho rose to international fame at the 1950 World Cup, where he scored two goals for the Brazil national football team. He was known as a complete player for his offensive skills of dribbling, passing, and shooting with both feet. Pelé has said he was the best player he ever saw. 8 by 4 1/4 by 4 1/4 inches Categories:
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2016-12-03
