Lot 531
Sale 130 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals
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VICVI (Victorian Centenary & Sixth Australasian Philatelic Exhibition), Melbourne 1934, philatelic prize medal in antique gilded (38x50mm) (C.1934/11, this medal), by Stokes, reverse impressed, 'C. Fawcett./Meters', written in ink on top right edge, '2688'. Some toning, otherwise nearly uncirculated.
The Philatelic Societies of Victoria held the Sixth Australasian Philatelic Exhibition at the Melbourne Town Hall on November 8-17, 1934 during the celebration of the Centenary of Victoria. The official opening was performed by Lord Milne supported by the Melbourne Lord Mayor. The exhibition attracted 500 entries from collectors residing all over the world.
- Estimate
- $100
- Result Status
- Passed in