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Palestra Collection

Completed in 1927 and often dubbed “the birthplace of college basketball,” The Palestra holds a special place in collegiate athletics. A basketball mecca in every sense, The Palestra has played host to some of the most memorable games in college basketball history.

Finely crafted items made from the original hardwood flooring of The Palestra with Penn’s hallmark. Specially packaged with The Palestra history and a certificate of authenticity.

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University of Pennsylvania sterling silver cufflinks with hardwood inset. Measures .8" x .44". Finest grade .925 sterling silver. High-polish, rich luster finish. Crafted from wooden floor of Palestra stadium Attractive gift box. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Backs of cufflinks are engraved with "The Palestra" and "Univ of Penn". Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Sterling Silver Palestra Cufflinks Price: $150.00	University of Pennsylvania wooden ballpoint, red-top pen, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield, makes a fine desk accessory. 5.5” length and .58" at the widest point. Rhodium trim features red wood from foul lanes/sidelines. Presented in an attractive gift box. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Palestra Red-Top Pen Price: $170.00
University of Pennsylvania wooden ballpoint pen, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield, makes a fine desk accessory. 5.5” length and .58" at the widest point. Presented in an attractive gift box. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Takes Parker style ballpoint refills, the most common refill on the market. Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Palestra Classic Pen Price: $140.00	University of Pennsylvania handcrafted wooden frame is handsomely engraved with the Penn shield at top. Sized for 5" x 7" photo, landscape orientation; also available in 8" x 10". Easel back. Crafted from wooden floor of Palestra stadium. Presented in our attractive gift box. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Photo not included. Palestra 5x7 Picture Frame Price: $125.00
University of Pennsylvania handcrafted wooden frame is handsomely engraved with the Penn shield at top. Sized for 8" x 10" photo, landscape orientation; also available in 5" x 7". Easel back. Crafted from wooden floor of Palestra stadium. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Top of frame engraved with "Crafted from the original hardwood of The Palestra." Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Photo not included. Palestra 8x10 Picture Frame Price: $145.00	University of Pennsylvania wooden bottle opener with basketball hoop netting, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield. 6 7/8” length; handle is 1" x 1" wide and 4.7" long. Basketball hoop netting at end. Presented in an attractive gift box. This product is created from the original, old wood of The Palestra floor and variations in finish, color and texture may occur. Certificate of authenticity will accompany this item. Palestra Bottle Opener Price: $85.00

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Palestra Collection

University of Pennsylvania sterling silver cufflinks with hardwood inset.

University of Pennsylvania wooden ballpoint, red-top pen, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield, makes a fine desk accessory.

University of Pennsylvania wooden ballpoint pen, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield, makes a fine desk accessory.

University of Pennsylvania handcrafted wooden frame is handsomely engraved with the Penn shield at top.

University of Pennsylvania handcrafted wooden frame is handsomely engraved with the Penn shield at top.

University of Pennsylvania wooden bottle opener with basketball hoop netting, intricately engraved with "The Palestra at Penn, Crafted from Original Hardwood" and shield.

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