What happened to the Jules Rimet World Cup trophy? | Goal.com South Africa
The Jules Rimet trophy occupies a special place in football's unique mythos, having been the first-ever World Cup prize, but what happened to it?
www.goal.comHere’s the latest I can share about the Jules Rimet Trophy (and related World Cup pin items) based on recent reporting.
- The original Jules Rimet Trophy (1930–70) has a famous history, including a theft in 1983 that remains unsolved, and a replica was presented to Brazil at the time. The original base later surfaced in FIFA archives and is now displayed at the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich.[3][5]
- In terms of collectibles, licensed replicas of the Jules Rimet Trophy are available commercially, such as a 150 mm licensed replica offered by FIFA Store, which commemorates the early World Cup era and Brazil/Uruguay/Italy’s achievements. This can be relevant for someone seeking a “pin” or small keepsake tied to the Jules Rimet era, though it’s a replica rather than the original trophy itself.[6]
- News coverage frequently centers on the trophy’s lore (theft, recovery of the base, and its display) rather than ongoing “live” events, since the trophy itself is not in active circulation as a prize anymore, with the modern World Cup trophy currently awarded to winners on a loan-and-replace basis.[7][9]
Illustration: A quick overview
- Historical arc: Jules Rimet Trophy (1930–70) -> theft in 1983 -> replica given to Brazil -> base recovered later and housed at FIFA Museum.[5]
- Collectibles: licensed replicas exist as updated mementos linked to the Jules Rimet era.[6]
- Current status: modern World Cup trophy remains with FIFA, winners receive replicas to keep after the event, not the original trophy.[7]
If you’re looking for a specific update (e.g., a newly issued pin design, a current auction, or a museum exhibit), tell me the exact timeframe or region you care about and I’ll pull the most relevant, up-to-date details. For accuracy, here are sources you can check:
- Overview of the Jules Rimet Trophy history and its fate.[3][5]
- Licensed replica offerings and product details.[6]
- History and current handling of the FIFA World Cup Trophy in general.[7]