Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon 5K Finisher Medal 2021
Flying Pig Marathon / Pig Works · Collectibles & Antiques > Sports Memorabilia
Era / Decade
2020s (specifically 2021, noted as the 23rd Annual event)
Material
Cast zinc alloy with an antique brass finish and a synthetic sublimation-printed polyester ribbon.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The medal shows some minor surface oxidation/patina common with this finish; the ribbon appears intact but includes a '2026 5K' tag which suggests it might be a multi-medal lanyard or have extraneous attachments.
Demand Level
Niche; strongest demand within the Cincinnati tri-state area and among 'marathon completionists' or 'shadow box' enthusiasts.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$15.00 - $25.00
Estimated Retail Value
$35.00 - $50.00 (Original race registration fee)
Comparable Sales
Past Flying Pig 5K medals typically sell between $12 and $22 on eBay. Full marathon medals from the same race series command higher prices ($25-$40).
Description
Official finisher medal for the 23rd Annual Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon 5K. Features the 'Where Pig Tales Come True' slogan with a stylized winged pig and sun design in an antique gold/brass tone. Includes the original blue graphic ribbon with year-specific branding.
Key Features
Highly localized cult following; the Flying Pig Marathon is one of the most popular and uniquely themed races in the U.S. Medals from this race are often collected for 'medal walls' by runners who missed an event or want to complete a multi-year set.
Authenticity Indicators
Clearly embossed with official race name and annual edition number. High confidence (High) as these are specifically manufactured for event participants and rarely replicated.
Flaws to Note
Minor tarnish on the metal; the ribbon has a 2026 secondary tag attached which should be clarified or removed if it doesn't belong to the 2021 set.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay (for national reach to runners), Facebook Marketplace (local Cincinnati groups), or Poshmark (under Sports Memorabilia).
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Finisher Medal', 'Cincinnati Running', and '23rd Annual'. Highlight the year 2021 in the title. Best sold to local buyers or as part of a bundle with other Flying Pig memorabilia if available.