Catalogue
Australian Bicentennial medals, 1988, includes Bathurst Stamp & Coin Exhibition Bathex'88, in nickel plate (32mm), Celebrating 200th Birthday Souvenir Dollar, in oxidised bronze (40mm), Vienna Woods State School, in oxidised copper (35mm), First Fleet Re-Enactment Medal by Hanimex, in copper (45mm), City of Nunawading Australia Day Family Festival, in silvered (38mm), Shire of Bellarine, in copper (32mm), Education School Children medal, in cupro nickel (40mm), R.A.S. of N.S.W. Royal Easter Show Exhibitor, in satin gilt bronze (40mm), Federal Council of Agricultural Societies, in gilt bronze (40mm), The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria Exhibitor, in copper (40mm), State Rail, in silvered (44mm), Robert Schuller Ministries, in oxidised bronze (36mm), Fairfield City Games, in oxidised bronze (octagonal 45mm) with suspension (C.1988/B30, 136, 141, 157, 159, 167, 178, 193, 196, 198, 293, 296, unrecorded). Uncirculated. (13)
Estimate $70
SOLD $40
Australian Bicentennial award medals, 1988, all medals unnamed, Community award medal, in bronze (45mm) (C.1988/B17), cased; another with identical obverse but all floral reverse, also in bronze (45mm) (C.1988/B3), cased; Parramatta 200th Year of Foundation, 50th Anniversary of City, in gilded with suspension and neck ribbon, gilded, silvered and bronze (45mm) (C.1988/B73) (4), the last three cased; Blacktown Bicentennial Committee, in gilt bronze (not recorded in this metal) (51mm) (C.1988/B77); Parkes Shire Bicentennial Award, in bronze (51mm) (C.1988/B78); Australian Bicentenary, in gilt bronze (57mm) (C.1988/B218), cased. Uncirculated. (9)
Estimate $70
SOLD $40
Australian Bicentennial medals, 1988, includes First State'88, in gilt bronze (32mm) (C.1988/B31); First State'88 opal triplet brooch pin in gilt; The Fourth Great Barrow Push, in silvered (31mm) (C.1988/B33); Tasmanian Teachers Credit Union Bicentennial token, in bronze (38mm) (C.1988/B53); Two Centuries of Achievement, in bronze (48mm) (C.1988/B58); Bicentenary of First European Settlement, in bronze (38mm) (C.1988/B59); Celebration of a Nation, in bronze (50mm) (C.1988/B195); Tall Ships Australia, in bronze (50mm) (C.1988/B199); Australia Day 26 January, in bronze (48mm) (C.1988/B221); Australia's Bicentenary Bendigo, The Founding of Australia at Botany Bay, in bronze (50mm) (C.1988/B282); also Tiwi Dutch Commemoration 300th Anniversary, 1st May 2005, in gilt and enamel, with suspension and neck ribbon. All except three in cases or packs of issue, uncirculated. (11)
Estimate $80
SOLD $50
Bicentenary of First European Settlement, 1788-1988, for Geelong Numismatic Society, in silver and bronze (38mm) (C.1988/B59), by Hafner, both edge numbered 017 (only 50 matching edge number sets issued). Uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $50
SOLD $30
Australian Bicentenary, 1988, issues for Federal Council of Agricultural Societies, in bronze (50mm) (2), one unnamed and in case by Royal Australian Mint, the other inscribed on reverse, '1888-1988/Berry A & H./Centenary Show'; another identical medal but in gilt bronze (40mm); R.A.S. of N.S.W., Royal Easter Show Exhibitor, in gilt bronze (40mm) (5), all unnamed; also Centenary of Federation, Federal Council of Agricultural Societies, 2001, in bronze (50mm), unnamed (in blue satchel). Uncirculated. (9)
Estimate $70
SOLD $40
Australian Bicentennial, 1988, various commemorative issues, in various base metals, includes following Carlisle types, CB.35 (2), 53, 57, 59 (2, different metals), 137, 158, 159, 160, 283 (2, different metals), also 283 stamped on a 32mm planchet, 284 (3 different metals), 285, 286, 287, 290 (2, different metals), 292, 296, 300, 303a, 325 (3, different metals). In coin holders, some with low mintages, uncirculated. (28)
Estimate $120
SOLD $80
Australian Bicentennial, 1988, various commemorative issues, in various base metals, includes following Carlisle types, CB.23 (4, three different metals and one holed at top edge), 24, 26 (2, different metals), 29, 30 (2, different metals), 31 (2, different metals, one of these silver), 33 (2, different metals, one in brass ex Amor being only one), 36 (brass but unplated), 72, 80, 141, 161 (2, different metals, one in bronze ex Amor being only one), 167, 212 (4, three with blank reverse, one of these with suspension ring), 213 (2, different metals), 215 (2, different metals, one of these silver), 232 (2, different metals and one with suspension lug), 251, 261, 329, 330). In coin holders, includes some scarce to rare variations, uncirculated. (35)
Estimate $200
SOLD $190
Katoomba to Mittagong Inaugural Walk, 1989, in bronze 38mm); Knoll AG Schering Pty Limited, 50th Anniversary, 1989, in gilt bronze (51mm), reverse inscribed, 'B.Boston'; Beerburrum State School, Matthew Flinders Bicentenary Queensland, 1999, in oxidised steel (45x52mm), with suspension ring; Vienna Woods State School, 10th Anniversary, 1995, in copper (35mm); 140th Shipwreck Anniversary, Dunbar and James Johnson, 1997, in blackened cupro nickel (40x45.5mm), with suspension ring; Centenary of Rail to the Manning, 2013, in oxidised silvered bronze (39mm); Sydney Tower 10th Anniversary, undated (1991), in gilt bronze (36mm) and in aluminium bronze (36mm) (2), all medals feature Sydney Tower on obverse and reverse design of Sydney Harbour scene including bridge and Opera House; State Rail Pacific 3801, undated, in gilt bronze (42mm). Extremely fine - uncirculated. (10)
Estimate $70
SOLD $90
Commemorative and souvenir medals, (1980s-2000s), Sovereign Hill, Ballarat, Australia, undated, souvenir medal in gilt (31mm); Criterion House Ballaarat (sic) 1862, David Jones Proprietor, in silver (32mm), in case with certificate; Australian Bushranger Ben Hall Shot 1862, in cupro nickel (?) with lacquered photo of Hall attached above centre (oval 40.5x66.5mm), with hole at top for loop; Page's Line Royal Mail Day Coach, Tasmania Midlands Highway, commemorative Day Token in bronze (35mm), with leaflet; Duyfken 1606 replica medal, in bronze (38mm), with keyring attachment fitted; Kiandra Mail Delivery 1909, souvenir medal in cupro nickel (38mm) with suspension ring; ULLR Thredbo, undated in zinc (33mm octagonal), with suspension lug; Early Australian Skier, undated, in zinc (27mm), with suspension ring; Gold Museum - Ballarat/Peter Lalor, undated, in gilt bronze (33mm), in pack; City of Liverpool 175th Anniversary, (1985), in gilt (32mm), on card; South Australia Foundation of Province, (c1986), in fine silver (22mm), in pack; Daily Telegraph souvenir medals, XIV Commonwealth Games, 1990, in cupro nickel (27mm) (8); National Parks and Wildlife Foundation (NSW) sponsor's medal, Lord Howe Island, undated, in bronze (32mm), on cards (2); Celebrate the Year 2000, limited edition lapel badge (20mm), by Tasmedals, on card; 100 Years of Federation, 2001, in bronze (38mm); Centenary of Federation, 2001, in bronze (38mm), in pack for Primary School Students; Municipality of Shellharbour Celebrating 150 Years, 2009, in oxidised silvered bronze (38mm). A few very fine but mostly uncirculated. (25)
Estimate $80
SOLD $80
Kodak Sesqui Commemorative Medal, 1992 in cupro nickel (38mm), obverse, the First Fleet's Charlotte at anchor in Botany Bay in 1788, reverse, details of Charlotte's voyage and Kodak's Sesquicentenary dates 1842-1992. Uncirculated. (30)
Estimate $120
SOLD $90
Sandhurst Antique Bottle Collectables Club, undated, award medal in bronze (51mm), obverse, knight on horseback with jousting lance, unnamed; Royal Australian Mint Coin Collector, undated, in bronze (40mm); Roger McNeice (Tas Medals) 50th Birthday Yes/No Decision Maker, 1994, in oxidised bronze (40mm); TASMEDALS Merry Christmas, 1995, in oxidised silvered (32mm); Queen Victoria Coin Centre Grand Opening, 1994, in bright gilt bronze and another in bright copper (38mm) (2), one with Free Medal compliments slip. Uncirculated. (6)
Estimate $50
SOLD $30
Coca Cola, gold sovereign, 1997. Uncirculated.
Estimate $350
SOLD $370
Medallions, Affordable Treasure Collector series, 2001, in gilt brass (30mm) includes Australian Wildlife, wombat (10), koala (10), Tasmanian tiger (10), crested cockatoo (12), platypus (10); Australian Colonial, in gilt (10) and copper (12) produced by Auscoins Pty Ltd. On cards as issued, uncirculated. (74)
Estimate $100
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Sands of Gallipoli, Our People - Their Service, 2006, seven medal set and vial of sand from beaches of Gallipoli Peninsula, set number 00988; badges, Australia's Rising Sun Replica Collection of seven variations of the Rising Sun badges worn by soldiers since 1902. Uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $100
SOLD $60
Anzac Memorial, Hyde Park Sydney, commemorative medallion, 2009, in gilt (29mm), in official folder of issue with Order of Service for official opening. Uncirculated.
Estimate $50
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Royal Shipwreck Relief Humane Society of N.S.W., award medal in bronze (37mm), edge engraved Specimen, clip and ring with bar suspender and pin back brooch bar. Toned, some light scuff marks on reverse centre, otherwise extremely fine and scarce.
Estimate $200
SOLD $270
Royal Humane Society of NSW, bronze medal (EIIR), edge number 958, recipient's name on reverse removed. Uncirculated.
Estimate $100
SOLD $120
New South Wales Ambulance Transport Service Board, Long Service Medal, unnamed. A few small contact marks on reverse, otherwise extremely fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $60
Agricultural medals and badges, includes souvenir of 1948 Royal Show (C.1948/2), a selection from Royal Agricultural Society of NSW including exhibitor medal of 1988, Royal National Assn. Brisbane member, 1988 and lady member 1956; also, RAS of Victoria child entrance token and attendants passes for 1936 and 1937. Fine - uncirculated. (26)
Estimate $80
SOLD $60
Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, member's badges, various types and issues, including a large RAS of NSW badge with Society's Arms (38mm) plus some Easter Show badges, mostly 1988-2009. Mostly extremely fine - uncirculated. (15)
Estimate $100
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Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, a group of badges and medals, including Member's Guest, Lady's, Lady Member, Supporter, For Service, Exhibitor, Events, some duplication. Mostly extremely fine - uncirculated. (30)
Estimate $80
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Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, badges, most by Perfection Badges, Punchbowl. Arranged in a display tray, extremely fine. (15)
Estimate $50
SOLD $30
Badge collection, includes Sydney Cricket Ground membership badge 1928-1929; Justice of the Peace lapel badge; Member badges for Royal National A&I Association of Queensland 2006, 2007, 2008, Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of South Australia, 1986, 2010, 2013, Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria 1987, 1991, 1992, Royal National Capital Agricultural Society, 2006; NED (Kelly) badge Sydney Royal Easter Show; Equestrian Team Supporter lapel badge. Extremely fine - uncirculated. (14)
Estimate $50
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Melbourne Olympics, 1956, 5352 Staff tinnie badge, Staff Identity Pass No.4321 for Olympic Village, inside marked for Badge 5352, issued to S.Kelson, Interpreter for Russian Chef Demission, with signature of bearer and also signed by P.P.Miskin, Commandant of the Olympic Village; also Daily Staff Duty Pass for admission on 8-12-56, no seating rights, written on reverse, Mrs Kelson. Some foxing, otherwise very fine and scarce. (3)
Estimate $150
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Metropolitan Fire Brigades Brisbane badge, vintage issue in gilt and enamel; Australian Tramway Employees Association union badge, WWI period, in gilt bronze and enamel (Smith 169); Queensland Railway Ambulance fob medal, in silver, reverse inscribed, 'G.M.Page'. The last slightly buckled and well worn on reverse, otherwise fine - very fine. (3)
Estimate $80
SOLD $100
Victoria Police, c1947-1981, cloth badges, rank insignia, shoulder titles including Senior Sergeant 1972-1979; Bandsman 1947; Instructor 1950; shirt titles, Victoria Police (2); Police Cadet (2); shoulder titles, Police Cadet 1963-1979; Prototype Cadet shoulder title 1979-1981 (never worn); black cloth pocket badge 1979; Victoria Police Force, First Aid cloth badges first type, 1957-1962, second type, 1962-1965; Operation Emergency (1985) badge; NSW Police Security Officer, cloth pocket badge; Royal Australian Navy, cloth badges, Seaman Gunner 1903-1939; Leading Seaman; Master at Arms; Victoria Police Highland Pipe Band, cloth blazer pocket badge; together with Victoria, Royal Visit 1970 Official Pass - issued to Det H.J.Storer; booklets, Official Itinerary for Victoria 5.4.1970-5.4.1970; Royal Visit 1970 Victoria, Daily Brief Sunday 5.4.1970; Mobile Traffic Section, motorcycle flag and riders gloves; V.P. buttons (3). Fine - uncirculated. (29)
Estimate $200
SOLD $500
Sailing, rowing and related badges, includes NSW 12ft Sailing Club; Balmoral 12ft Sailing Club; Vaucluse Amateur 12ft Sailing Club; M.S.C. 14ft (Mosman); L.R.C. 1886 (rowing club); Rex Launch Club, member (13), plus a small group of membership badges (9). Very fine - extremely fine. (22)
Estimate $80
SOLD $130
Medals, badges and tinnies, includes Royal Australian Mint Opening/Australian Decimal Coins, 1966, in silver (39mm) (C.1966/16), edge number 1733 (in case); Cobar Centenary, 1969, in copper (38mm) (C.1969/3); Official Opening of Sydney Opera House, 1973, in white metal (43mm) (C.1973/12); Australia's Numismatic History, 1988, in silvered bronze (44mm) (C.B303) (in case); various card/booklet packaged modern issues for Bathurst 100 Years a City, 1985 (2), Bicentennial Memento for School Students, 1988, Ashes 111 Years Australia v England, undated (c1991) (2); other modern issues (28); Norfolk Island, Tourist Dollar, undated, in copper (in capsule); ANS lapel badge, pin missing; tinnies (4); various types of club badges, 1960s-1980s (40). Very good - uncirculated. (83)
Estimate $80
SOLD $60
Collection of badges, c1914-1950s, some paper, some material but mostly tinnies, some foreign but mainly Australian and many from Tasmania, featuring many war related appeal badges and other fund raising issues, also some scouting badges, an interesting selection collected over a fifty year period. Stored in a large 3-ring binder, mostly fine - very fine. (230)
Estimate $750
SOLD $750
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Past Grand jewel, in silver, missing suspension ribbon, obverse title, 'I.O.O.F. N.S.W. F.L.T. (Friendship, Love, Truth), reverse inscribed, 'Presented To J.R.Raines, For Services as Noble Grand of Glebe Lodge No. 9. I.O.O.F. 30th Jan 1889'; another unidentified medal, in brass and enamel, with ring suspension, features a crown above a flying eagle with two flags in its talons, one Australian and one with the 'Chi Rho' symbol of Christianity. Fine - very fine. (2)
Estimate $50
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