Lot 1415
Sale 88 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes, Dr John Chapman Collection
Description
Melbourne Invitation Committee, deluxe invitation book, to the International Olympic Committee, extending an
invitation to celebrate the XVI Olympiad in Melbourne, in 1956. Suede bound and bearing in enamel the Coat of Arms
of the City of Melbourne on the cover, I-XIV plus 63 pages of black and white photos showcasing Melbourne's sport,
culture and wildlife, together with architects impressions of proposed venues, the arena, swimming pool and
stadium. Printed in Melbourne, enamelled crest on front cover by Stokes & Sons Pty Ltd. With 'John M.Chapman
Collection' bookplate. In excellent condition.
- Estimate
- $1,000
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $0