Lot 3656
Sale 113 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes
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Commonwealth of Australia, Sydney Celebrations, 1901, in silver (39mm) (C.1901/14), inscribed on reverse, 'G.U.Garvan' and on the edge, '120 Yds Hurdle C'ship 2nd Prize'. In box by Llewellin & Co, 177 Pitt Street, Sydney, nicely toned, uncirculated.
The sports held in connection with the Commonwealth celebrations were held on 4 January 1901 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The winner of the 120 Yards Hurdle Commonwealth Celebration Championship was C.H.Gardner (Vic.) with G.U.Garvan (North Sydney A.A.C.) second and W.Lindsay (East Sydney A.A.C.) in third. The time was 17 sec.
See lot 3653.
- Estimate
- $300
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $180