Lot 767
Sale 97 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Agricultural Society of New South Wales, 1898, in silver (51mm) by W J Amor, Sydney, inscribed on reverse 'Awarded to / Arthur Page / Redfern / for / Ambulance Litter / 1898'. A few minor rim nicks, otherwise good very fine.
Redfern Bicycle Club had the first bicycle ambulance (litter) and after a meeting, the Civil Ambulance & Transport Brigade was formed and commenced operations during 1895 in part of the old police station at George Street, Redfern. It is probable that Arthur Page has a connection with the Brigade.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $150