Baltimore Colts 1953-1960 Logo
The Baltimore Colts, an NFL franchise based in Maryland from 1953 to 1984, bore the moniker "Colts" as a homage to the city's deeply rooted horse racing culture, notably seen in the esteemed Preakness. This storied team clinched three NFL championships and a Super Bowl victory. Over the course of their presence in Baltimore, the Colts sported three primary logos. The inaugural Baltimore Colts logo, marked by white lettering complemented by a blue outline, emerged as the initial emblem of the team, utilized from 1954 to 1960.