Czechoslovak Football Association keyring

Product detailed description

Condition: as found, good

Dimensions: diameter of metal: 35 mm

A great piece for fans of the old Czechoslovak national team! A keyring with a round medallion of the Czechoslovak Football Association on a leather fob. At its centre is a football within a circle divided into the tricolour of white, blue and red, surrounded by the inscription Československý fotbalový svaz on a black ring. The gold-toned base metal medallion has a radiating pattern and enamelled colour fields. Black leather fob with a hole for the ring. A reminder of the days when Czech and Slovak football played as one.

Facts at a glance

• Item: keyring (key fob)
• Organisation: Czechoslovak Football Association
• Inscription: Československý fotbalový svaz
• Design: football within a tricolour circle (white, blue, red)
• Material: gold-toned base metal, enamel, leather
• Form: round medallion with radiating pattern on a black leather fob with a hole for the ring

Expert note – FAQ

What is the difference between the Czechoslovak and the Czech football associations?
The Czechoslovak Football Association governed football throughout Czechoslovakia until the federation split. After the Czech Republic became independent, Czech football was run by the Bohemian-Moravian Football Association, which was renamed the Football Association of the Czech Republic in 2011.

How can I tell enamel from ordinary paint?
Enamel is a glassy material fired onto metal, giving a smooth, glossy surface and colours that barely change over the years. Paint or lacquer tends to look duller, wears more easily and shows as a thin layer on closer inspection. Collectors usually value enamelled pieces more highly.

How should I care for an old leather keyring?
Protect the leather fob from damp and direct sunlight so it does not dry out or crack. It can occasionally be treated with a small amount of leather conditioner, but not where it touches the metal. Store the keyring separately so the enamel does not get scratched by other items.