FIFA World Cup 2022: Who made it, what it is made of and everything you need to know

The trophy of the FIFA World Cup 2022 is one of the most iconic prizes in the world. It is awarded to the nation that wins the football World Cup, which takes place every four years. Since 1974, Germany, Argentina, France, Italy, Brazil, and Spain have had the chance to win the trophy. Here are some interesting facts about the FIFA World Cup Trophy.

The World Cup trophy weighs 6.175 kg and is made of 30,875 carats of 18 Karat gold (75 per cent gold). It has bands of malachite around its base. And although the trophy looks like being made of solid gold, it is technically not. The trophy is hollow inside. However, it has 4,927 grams of pure gold. Besides, the measures of the World Cup Trophy are 36.5 cm tall and 12.5 cm wide.




The current World Cup trophy replaced the Jules Rimet in 1974. Sculptors from seven countries submitted their designs for the new World Cup Trophy. Subsequently, the design submitted by Italian artist Silvio Gazzaniga was commissioned by FIFA. Later, Gazzaniga also designed original trophies for UEFA Cup and UEFA Super Cup.

Notably, the current World Cup trophy is the only one in circulation. The winning nations get a bronze replica of the trophy to keep. The FIFA World Cup trophy is considered the most expensive award. According to experts, the World Cup trophy is worth £16 million ($20 million).

FAQs:

1. Who designed the current FIFA World Cup Trophy?
   Italian artist Silvio Gazzaniga designed the current FIFA World Cup Trophy. The current trophy was commissioned in 1974.
2. What is the estimated value of the FIFA World Cup Trophy?
   The estimated value of the FIFA World Cup Trophy is £16 million ($20 million).