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FIFA World Cup trophy is made of 18-karat gold

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 11:02 AM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

FIFA World Cup trophy is made of 18-karat gold
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The FIFA World Cup trophy, introduced in 1974, is made of 18-karat gold and weighs 4.93 kilograms of pure gold. It is the only major sports trophy crafted primarily from gold and has an estimated worth of $713,000. Unlike trophies in other sports that may appear gold but are made from materials like sterling silver, the World Cup trophy stands out for its luxurious composition. As a new champion will soon be crowned, the trophy remains a symbol of the pinnacle of achievement in international soccer.

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  • •The trophy weighs 4.93 kilograms of pure gold.
  • •It has an estimated worth of $713,000.
  • •The trophy is unique among major sports trophies for its gold content.
  • •Other sports trophies, like the NBA and MLB awards, use different materials.
  • •The current trophy design has been in use since 1974.
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A new FIFA World Cup champion will soon be crowned, and one nation will flaunt the trophy. But is it made of real gold?

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