The official name of the Super Bowl trophy is the Vince Lombardi Trophy. It is named in honor of the former NFL coach, who won two NFL championships during his years with the Green Bay Packers. The trophy is awarded annually to the winner of the NFL championship game, or Super Bowl. The commissioner of the NFL traditionally presents the trophy to the owner of the victorious team at the conclusion of the game. Only one trophy is made each year.
Tiffany & Co. of New York manufactures each Lombardi Trophy. In 1998, Recognition Review -- the leading trade publication of award design and manufacturing -- estimated the value of each Lombardi Trophy to be about $12,500.
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1. Since one must own an NFL team and then win the Super Bowl to acquire a Lombardi Trophy, they are difficult to come by.
Additionally, due to the award's prestige, no owner in the history of the NFL has ever sold his or her trophy.
Replica Lombardi trophies -- though rare -- are available for purchase.
2. Search Internet Auction Sites
Replica Lombardi trophies, created for promotional purposes, are occasionally for sale on Internet auction sites.
3. Consider Purchasing Lombardi-Themed Merchandise
An NFL championship often results in a marketing and merchandising bonanza for the winning franchise. Given the scarcity of original Lombardi trophies, you may want to consider purchasing memorabilia such as a cap, T-shirt or poster that features the Lombardi Trophy logo.
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