Miracle on Ice Ticket Stub: What Is It Worth?

Do You Believe in Miracles?

The 1980 "Miracle on Ice" — the United States' stunning upset of the Soviet Union in the Olympic hockey semifinals at Lake Placid — is considered the greatest moment in American sports history. Ticket stubs from this game are among the most emotionally charged and valuable collectibles in all of sports memorabilia.

What Are They Worth?

Authenticated Miracle on Ice stubs have sold for $1,000-$10,000+ depending on condition and provenance. The game was played at the Olympic Fieldhouse, which held approximately 8,500 fans — a relatively small venue that limits the total supply of stubs. The historical significance of the Cold War context, the team's underdog status, and Al Michaels' legendary call make these stubs transcend sports collecting and enter the realm of American historical artifacts.

Stubs from the gold medal game (USA vs Finland, two days later) are also valuable, though typically less so than the semifinal against the Soviets. If you have any 1980 Lake Placid Olympic stubs, StubHaul would be honored to evaluate them.