A brand new sport memorabilia collection greets the public in Beijing

Items shown during the 12th China (Beijing) International Cultural and Creative Industry Expo. [photo: from China Plus]

The 12^th China (Beijing) International Cultural and Creative Industry Expo kicked off on September 11 in Beijing. A brand new sport memorabilia collection greeted the public for the first time.

A medal for 1959 Winter Olympic Games [photo: from China Plus]

Historic souvenirs of the past Summer and Winter Olympic Games are unveiled during the three-day exhibition, including posters, China plates, mascots, emblems, torches and trophies. They are all provided by famous Chinese sport collector Li Xiang.

A trophy for 1962 Women's Double Tennis [photo: from China Plus]

The exhibition also gives visitors a rare glimpse at emblems with special themes--"Belt and Road" and "Coordinative Development of Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei."

Historic emblems are displayed during the exhibition. [photo: from China Plus]

Organizers say this series of sport memorabilia not only makes visitors feel the spirit of sport, but it teaches visitors more about the sport industry, and encourages them, especially the younger generation, to participate in physical activities.