Is the FIFA World Cup trophy made of gold? Everything to know

A new FIFA World Cup champion will soon be crowned, and one nation will flaunt the trophy. But is it made of real gold?

How much is the World Cup trophy worth? Gold value has soared

The gold in soccer's most famous prize has more than doubled in value since Argentina lifted it in Qatar. Here's what it's made of and why winners don't get to keep it.

How an Italian sculptor created the World Cup trophy that became an icon

MILAN (AP) — The Italian sculptor who designed the FIFA World Cup trophy wanted to capture three sporting emotions in a single spiraling form: the athlete’s struggle, the fan’s jubilation and the moment of victory.

Who made the FIFA World Cup trophy? The story of Milan sculptor Silvio Gazzaniga

Here's how Italian sculptor Silvio Gazzaniga created the FIFA World Cup trophy's iconic design - and why champions never get to keep it. View on euronews
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The Unexpected History of the World Cup Trophy

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Jules Rimet (left) presents the World Cup trophy to Dr. Paul Jude (right), president of the Uruguayan Football Association, in 1930.