Catalogue
Lane Cove Country Club, Warren Gibson Shield, 1967 (35x27mm) by Amor; Lane Cove National Park, Trust Ranger Official Collector (38mm) by Amor. Very fine - extremely fine. (2)
Estimate $40
SOLD $30
25th Sydney - Hobart Yacht Race, Tasmanian Numismatic Society, 1969, set of two medals (51mm), by K.G.Luke, one in oxidised sterling silver (edge number 75 - this is last number in silver) and one in oxidised bronze (edge number 184) (C.1969/12). In case of issue with Society card and letter of issue, uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $60
SOLD $110
Masonic jewels, Hawthorn Mark Lodge No.32 Past Master's jewel, monogram initials, 'PHF' affixed to ribbon, reverse inscribed, 'Presented to W.Bro. P.H.Farmer by the Bretheren as a token of esteem W.M. 1969-70'; Willunga Lodge No.215 Past Master's jewel, monogram initials, 'GRW' affixed to ribbon, reverse inscribed, 'Presented to W.Bro. G.R.Wigley by the Bretheren as a token of esteem W.M. 1971-72'; Mark Master Mason jewels (2); Royal Ark Mariner Holdfast Lodge Past Master's jewel with triangle and No.7 emblem attached to ribbon; Scottish Mark 'Lapis repobatus Caput Anguli' enamelled jewel, reverse inscribed, 'Presented to M. Wor. Bro. P.H.Farmer G.M. 1983-86', no ribbon; Grand Lodge of South Australia 50 Years jewel, reverse inscribed, 'R.W.Bro. P.H.Farmer P.G.W. 2001'; Euston Lodge of Masonic Mark Masons with Royal Ark Mariner clasp affixed to ribbon, 1963-63, plate affixed to back of ribbon and reverse of jewel both inscribed, 'Presented to E & P.H.Farmer as a token of esteem March 1989; other part regalia items (2). Very fine - extremely fine. (10)
Estimate $80
SOLD $60
First State and Commonwealth postage stamps, replicas in gold (18ct), '1850 Sydney View' (23x20mm, 10.4g), '1913 Kangaroo' (26x20mm, 10.5g) by Matthey Garrett (C.1970/45-6), in case of issue with certificate No.934, first set issued to the public; First State postage stamps, replicas in gold (18ct) (2), '1850 Sydney View' (23x20mm, 10.4g), by Matthey Garrett (C.1970/45), in cases of issue with certificate unnumbered, total weight 1.28 troy ounces. Nearly FDC. (4)
Estimate $1,400
SOLD $1,500
Bicentenary James Cook, The Australian Numismatic Society, undated (1970), (45x65mm), by James Berry, minted by Amor (C.1970/4), unique set of five, in aluminium (mintage 12), bronze (mintage 170), oxidised silver (mintage 140), silver (mintage 30), 9ct gold (mintage 1), matched set front and back into a blue and gold framed background with title plate above and details below on the obverse and title plate above for reverse, fitted into a double sided timber frame under Perspex, with a heavy timber base to enable display mounting like a fold-down picture frame. Uncirculated and very rare. (5)
Estimate $7,500
SOLD $7,200
Captain Cook Bi-Centenary Celebrations, 1770-1970, medalets for different shires or councils (14) struck in silver, together with commemoratives for 1988 (4) and 1991 in silver, stampings in silver for earlier medalets, 1938 (3), 1920 (2), Sydney Harbour Bridge (undated rivet), 1899-1900, these all by Amor; recent Independence medals, Fiji 1970 and 1995, Vanuatu 1980 and 1995, Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary 1888-1988 (2), Rats of Tobruk Siege 1941, Atomic Tests 1952-1958, all by Amor; also various old medalets and check pieces (42), worn decimals (2), and Spain, Ferdinand VII copper eight maravedi, 1820, all in a blue plastic album. Fair - uncirculated. (79)
Estimate $400
SOLD $800
Brisbane City Council, Brisbane Tramways, cap badge (29mm), No.1971, rare early type, late 1920s early 1930s, four holes for sewing on to cap band; another Tramways Department (43mm) No. 1238 by Parkes. Very fine - extremely fine and rare. (2)
Estimate $100
SOLD $60
Commonwealth of Australia, 75th Anniversary of Federation, 1976, set of seven medals in sterling silver (45mm; 44.7g each) by The Birmingham Mint (C.1976/17-23). In timber box of issue together with certificate, FDC.
Estimate $250
SOLD $220
Federation of Australia 75th Anniversary, proof set of six medals, undated (1976), in sterling silver (each 45mm; approx 1oz), by Stokes, obverse, map of state and its floral emblem and other iconic representation, reverse, state coat of arms, edge marked Premiers Edition 925/1000 Stokes 76; another identical set but edge marked 925/1000 Stokes 76. In capsules, FDC. (12)
Estimate $250
SOLD $260
Truganini 8th May 1876, Tasmanian Numismatic Society, 1976, set of two medals (50mm) by Pobjoy Mint, one in sterling silver and one in bronze (both edge numbered 77) (C.1976/15). In case of issue, uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $70
SOLD $160
Elizabeth II Jubilee Visit to Australia, 1977, in silver (39mm) (C.1977/6) in cover holder with commemorative stamps (2 sets); Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Visit to Australia, 1977, in silver (45mm) (C.1977/61) (2) and another identical but in gold plated sterling silver (not recorded in Carlisle in this finish). All in cases or packs of issue, one of the first with foxing on stamps, the gold plated medal has tone spotting, otherwise uncirculated. (5)
Estimate $100
SOLD $130
Port Arthur Penal Settlement, Centenary of Closure, Tasmanian Numismatic Society, 1977, set of two medals (51mm) by Stokes, one in sterling silver and one in bronze (both edge numbered 0077) (C.1977/14). In case of issue with Society card, uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $60
SOLD $70
Great Explorers of Australia, 1977, set of twenty one ounce ingots in sterling silver by The Birmingham Mint. In timber box of issue, this with some marks and wear, toned uncirculated.
Estimate $450
SOLD $460
Stuart Devlin's Birds of Australia, 1978, set of fifty proof sterling silver medals (each 36mm; 18g; tot wt 28.93oz), by Franklin Mint. In fitted maroon album with certificate and accompanying smaller album with details of each bird medal, foxing on first page of smaller album and a few dividers in large album, otherwise FDC. (50)
Estimate $550
SOLD $640
History of Australia, proof sterling silver medals (26mm; 7.35g), by Franklin Mint in 1978. In card packs of issue, FDC. (32)
Estimate $150
SOLD $180
To Commemorate 50th Stonehaven Cup, 12ft Cadet Dinghy, 1979, set of two medals (50mm) by Stokes Melb, one in silvered bronze and one in bronze (C.1979/16), only 139 issued. In case of issue with issue card, uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $50
Passed in
Western Australia 150th Anniversary, 1979, proof in gold (.999; 20.9g; 28mm) (C.1979/25a), by The Perth Mint. In official case, a few small edge nicks, otherwise FDC.
Estimate $1,000
SOLD $1,050
Metropolitan Coin Club of Sydney, James Cook Commemorative medallion, in bronze (57mm) (C.1979/8), designed by W.J.D.Mira, struck by Amor, the first medal struck plus five production progress lead pulls of the obverse and reverse designs and original artwork. Uncirculated and unique. (6)
Estimate $300
SOLD $420
150th Anniversary of Organised Cricket in Tasmania, Tasmanian Numismatic Society, 1982, set of two medals (51mm), by Stokes, one in proof sterling silver and one in bronze (both with edge number 050) (C.1982/3). In case of issue with Society card, uncirculated - FDC. (2)
Estimate $60
SOLD $50
School medals and badges, centenary medalets, Denman, 1983, Stanmore 1984, Brookvale 1987, Mortdale 1989; Sackville St. School, 125th Anniversary 1877-2002 (47mm), cased; Coopers Plains State School (Brisbane) 1831-1931; Bicentennial 1788-1988 (2); The Kings School hat badge?; Glenorie P.S.; Gt. Britain 'For Regular Attendance', white metal (44mm), undated (Victorian Era); Sunday Schools, 1897; Public Schools Club badge by Stokes. Very fine - uncirculated. (13)
Estimate $90
SOLD $70
Modern commemorative medals, many in plastic cases, includes Halley's Comet, 1986 (6); 200th Anniversary of Sailing of First Fleet, 1987-8; Bicentennial, 1988 (3); Centenary of Federation medallion, 1988 for school students; Bicentennial Memento medal, 1988 for school students (5, four in folders); Australian 200 Years commemorative collection of 20 medals in folder, 1988 (2 sets); Spirit of Australia commemorative collection of 20 medals in folder, 1988; set of six in plastic holder, includes 1981 Royal Wedding, 1982 Harbour Bridge 50th, 1982 Centenary of Ashes, 1983 America's Cup, 1983 Great Australian Air Race, 1983 Sydney Opera House; 1992 Harbour Bridge 60th; newspaper promotional medals, mostly 1990s-2000s (33); also French Revolution Bicentenary, 1989 (7). The Spirit of Australia folder with foxing, a few medals toned, otherwise mostly uncirculated. (66)
Estimate $50
SOLD $80
Royal Agricultural Society of New South Wales, group of badges, including members, lady members, lady's badges, member's guest badges, guest badges, superintendent, member's child (leather), supporter, for service, plus various other souvenir badges, Australian Bicentenary commemorative medal produced for 'Royal Easter Show Exhibitor 1988' (C.193); R.A.S. of NSW 'Evening Harness Parade' 2005 (32mm), a wide selection, all different, mostly 1948-1998. Mostly extremely fine - uncirculated. (37)
Estimate $130
SOLD $160
Australian Bicentennial, the official set of six proof sterling silver medals (71g each) by the Royal Australian Mint, 1988, over 12.5 ounces ASW. In case of issue with booklet and certificate number 00969, FDC.
Estimate $250
SOLD $300
Australian Bicentennial, the official set of six proof sterling silver medals (71g each) by the Royal Australian Mint, 1988, over 12.5 ounces ASW. In case of issue with booklet and certificate number 01348, FDC.
Estimate $250
SOLD $300
Opening of Parliament House 1988, lapel brooch (28mm), in matte finish gilt sterling silver, by Royal Australian Mint, pin backed, voided design with image of new parliament house on central disc with crossed ceremonial maces of the Upper and Lower Houses of Federal Parliament, in fitted case with gold blocked Australian Arms on the lid and inside on the lid lining printed in blue, The First Meetings/Of The Senate And The/House Of Representatives/In The New Parliament House/22 August 1988' and at the bottom, 'Royal Australian Mint'. Foxing on lid lining, otherwise uncirculated and scarce, the first we have seen.
Estimate $100
SOLD $200
Kodak, holey dollar commemorative medal, 1988, a display board with trial stampings and finished medals in various forms to illustrate method of production. A unique memento, very fine - uncirculated. (20)
Estimate $100
SOLD $300
Millers Metal Stampers, display board with selection of medals, tokens and enamelled badges (total 149) as made at Miller & Son, Sydney, labelled within categories, also a display board with enamelled club badges, mainly Sydney Cricket Ground and St. George Leagues Club. Fine - uncirculated. (223)
Estimate $300
SOLD $1,600
The Courtship, set of six medals, 1990, in sterling silver (50mm, 71.5g each), designed by Michael Meszaros, minted by Royal Australian Mint. In Australian silky oak presentation box, uncirculated. (6)
Estimate $300
SOLD $320
Sydney Tower, undated (1991) in silver (36mm), obverse, Sydney Tower, reverse, Harbour Bridge & Opera House view; The Perth Mint medallion, undated, in gilt (31mm), reverse inscribed, 'Struck/For/Schwarzkopf/PH21/21st November 1994/025315'; Centenary of Federation/Federation of Flowers, Canberra, ACT, 2001, in silver (50mm), no.258 of only 300 struck by RAM; Shree Mahalakshmi medal, undated, in silver (40mm) by Perth Mint, obverse, Hindu goddess of wealth, fortune and prosperity, reverse, symbol of Hinduism inside a circle of lotus leaves. In cases or packs of issue, uncirculated. (4)
Estimate $90
SOLD $70
Australian Numismatic Society medals, ANS Sydney Inaugural Meeting 1913 Commemorating 90 Years 2003; ANS Conference Port Macquarie 2004; ANS Qld Branch Commemorating 500 Meetings, 2004; Australia's Oldest Numismatic Society founded 1913/Five Shillings/H; ANS Centenary 2013; ANS Established 20th February 1913; another as previous but with two cents in centre (ANS:31, 34, 35, 71, 92, 100, last unrecorded) (7); also book, Medals of the Australian Numismatic Society 1913-2013 Concise Edition by John W.Cook A.F.A.N.S., soft cover, 40pp. Nearly uncirculated - uncirculated. (8)
Estimate $100
SOLD $100