Commemoration of Sydney and Melbourne International Exhibition
Medal
1880 (made)
1880 (made)
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This bronze medal was struck to commemorate the International Exhibition held in Sydney in 1880. On the obverse side 'Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, K.G., President of Royal Commission' is shown in profile. On the reverse side there is a wreath and the legend, 'Australian International Exhibitions. Sydney, 1879- 1880. Melbourne, 1880- 1881. The medal was awarded by the organisers to 'The South Kensington Museum for services'.
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Title | Commemoration of Sydney and Melbourne International Exhibition (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, bronze, head of Albert Edward, Sydney and Melbourne International Exhibition, by J.S. & A.B. Wyon, England, 1880 |
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Object history | Given by the Royal Commission of Australian Exhibitions to commemorate the Sydney International Exhibitions 1880-1881. |
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Summary | This bronze medal was struck to commemorate the International Exhibition held in Sydney in 1880. On the obverse side 'Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, K.G., President of Royal Commission' is shown in profile. On the reverse side there is a wreath and the legend, 'Australian International Exhibitions. Sydney, 1879- 1880. Melbourne, 1880- 1881. The medal was awarded by the organisers to 'The South Kensington Museum for services'. |
Bibliographic reference | List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington Museum acquired during the Year 1881. London, 1882, p. 26 |
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Accession number | 280-1881 |
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Record created | July 14, 2008 |
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