Lot 464

Description

The Western Pastl & Agricl Association, undated (1883), prize medal in silver (50mm), by E.Altmann, Melb(ourne), reverse inscribed, 'James Bradley Esq./Best/Draught Mare/& Foal'. Edge nicks and contact marks including some dig marks, otherwise good fine.

At the eleventh annual show of the Western Pastoral and Agricultural Association held on 1 August 1883 James Bradley won a bronze medal for Best draught colt under 3 years; a silver medal for Best draught mare over 3 years; and a silver medal for Best draught mare and foal, with Gip (the above medal). He also won a special prize of a silver cup by Messrs Lethbridge and Dunsmure for the Best draught filly, 3 years and under, bred by the exhibitor.