Catalogue
Bicentennial Commemorative Medallion, 1988, in bronze (47mm) by Royal Australian Mint (4); Royal Visit 1992 for Sydney 150th, on card, in 24ct gold on sterling silver (31mm) by Council of City of Sydney; United Permanent Building Society Martin Place premises opened 1981, medal and 1981 coin set, cased (3); other Australian commemoratives (18); Kuranda Scenic Railway, Cairns, souvenir enamel badge on original card; South Africa, Royal Visit medal, 1947, in gilt (31mm); British India, prize medal, 'From The Women's Branch Bombay', undated, in bronze (31.5mm), named on reverse, '38th Inf Bde / Comp. / Hockey'; Seniors Card Days at Royal Easter Show (3). Very fine - uncirculated. (32)
Estimate $60
SOLD $30
Bicentenary Royal Visit, 1988, in silver (38.5mm), Stokes Mint presentation set of three medals, set number 50. With case of issue, FDC. (3)
Estimate $170
SOLD $0
175th Anniversary of N.S.W. holey dollar, 1988, official commemorative medal in silver (63mm) struck for the Australian International Coin Fair Sydney, 1988, by the Royal Australian Mint. With case of issue. FDC.
Estimate $120
SOLD $0
World Expo88 Medallion, 1988, in copper (35mm) in packet and EXPO OZ paper bag; The Kodak Holey Dollar Medal, 1988, in bronze (31mm) (3); The Anzacs medal, undated, in bronze (34mm) by The Daily Telegraph; Brisbane Commonwealth Games 1982 set of six gold blocked leather drink coasters; China, 'I Have Climbed The Great Wall' medal in bronze (50mm) together with lapel badge of crossed flags of Australia and China; Great Britain, Metropolitan Police 150th Anniversary, 1979, in nickel silver (38mm). In cases and packets of issue, uncirculated. (8 + set)
Estimate $50
SOLD $0
Ex Prisoner of War Association, International Reunion, Launceston, Tasmania, 1990, in oxidised silver (51mm); Siege of Tobruk 50th Anniversary, 1941-1991, in oxidised bronze (35mm) by The Military Historical Society of Australia; another, undated in gilt (31mm) by The Rats of Tobruk Association. The first two in plastic holders, uncirculated. (3)
Estimate $50
SOLD $80
Australia, A Nation of Great Sports, undated, in bronze (38mm); Benson & Hedges World Cup, 1992, in silver (?) and gilt (38mm); T.Rex Jurassic Period Dinosaurs, collectors coin, undated, in silver (?) (2); Alaska Goldpanner, 1991, in silver (38mm) with an authentic gold nugget from the icy waters of Alaska fitted in the panner's tray; Great Britain, Balmoral Castle medal, undated, in nickel silver (44mm). In cases of issue, the lid on first case is loose, the last case is foxing affected and the medal is affected, otherwise uncirculated. (6)
Estimate $80
SOLD $30
Coca Cola Sovereign, 1997, in fine gold (7.4gms) by Australian Bullion Company, impressed no.04708 on reverse. In case of issue with certificate, uncirculated.
Estimate $250
SOLD $300
Landmarks of Australia, set of five fine silver two ounces, undated (50mm) by Perth Mint, features Sydney Harbour, Perth City, Gold Coast Surf, Great Barrier Reef and Uluru. In plastic display frame, approximately ten ounces of pure silver, with certificate, uncirculated.
Estimate $170
SOLD $190
ANS medals, conference medals in copper, Coffs Harbour 1998, Port Macquarie 2000, Port Macquarie 2004 (with white metal centre), The ANSPMACC 2004 (with white metal section), Coffs Harbour 2006, The ANSCCH 2006; other types, Sydney 1000th Meeting, 2001 in copper (2); Australia's Oldest Numismatic Society, founded 1913, aluminium with 1913 halfpenny centre; ANS website in aluminium with 1963 halfpenny centre; another, in copper with 1963 shilling centre; Established 20th February 1913 with 1963 sixpence centre; modern uniface brockage striking of 1913 halfpenny reverse with initials 'ANS' impressed, in copper; 90 Years Commemorative, 2003, in copper; Merry Christmas 2006; Sydney Harbour Bridge, 1982, in copper; Hyde Park Barracks, 1984, in copper; Sydney Mint Sesquicentenary, 2005 (2, both copper, one with gilt centre and one with white metal centre); Parliament House, 1985, in copper; 75th Anniversary 1913-1988, in white metal; Sydney Harbour Bridge 75th Anniversary, 2007, in copper with white metal centre. Some with low mintage figures and scarce, uncirculated. (22)
Estimate $200
SOLD $140
Perth Mint medals, Emirates Australian Cricket Team, World Cup 1999, in silver (30mm); Perth Mint Centenary Medallion 1999, in silver (1oz, 40.6mm) (3, with consecutive certificate numbers); Perth Mint Exhibition Centenary Medallion, 1999, named to special guest Peter Maraun with certificate; Ford and Bayley coloured medal in silver (1oz, 40.6mm) (2, with consecutive certificate numbers). In cases of issue, uncirculated. (7)
Estimate $100
SOLD $80
Sydney 2000 Olympics, Games Emblem Medallion Set 1896-2000, twenty four pins, by Perth Mint. In timber picture frame with certificate, uncirculated.
Estimate $100
SOLD $0
Sydney 2000 Olympics, complete commemorative pin set, 1997 comprises ninety five pins in picture frame. Marked set number 266 of 500, uncirculated.
Estimate $100
SOLD $30
Sydney 2000 Olympics, pins (30) includes six logo types and twelve mascot types and of these three are of style with opening egg to reveal mascot; Sydney 2000 Paralympic, mascot pin of opening egg type. All with original cards or boxes with RRP on back, (total RRP $458.45) uncirculated. (31)
Estimate $60
SOLD $0
Sydney 2000 Olympics, silver coin series Subscriber's Medallion (36mm); The Year 2000 Calendar Medal by Buckingham Pewter (68mm) surmounted by laurel wreath suspension; Royal Australian Mint, set of lapel pins, eight featuring Australian wildlife and one of Parliament House; U.S.A., Seal of the President / White House, in bronze (33mm) by the U.S.Mint. Three in cases, the calendar medal in velvet satchel, uncirculated. (4)
Estimate $50
SOLD $0
Government of New South Wales, Meritorious Service Medal, inscribed on reverse, 'K V McDougall / 2004'; Gold Medal award pin for Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Transport together with official issue card of appreciation; State Rail commemorative of Sydney 2000 Olympics in case of issue (2) with certificate numbers 2738 and 5876; State Rail Bicentenary Celebrations medal, 1988; State Rail Flemington Maintenance Centre / UITP Congress, 1993, with suspension loop; official Bicentennial Commemorative Medallion by Royal Australian Mint, 1988 in case; Centenary of Federation Medallion for Primary School Students in card folder of issue; The Anzacs Medallion by The Daily Telegraph, undated, on card of issue (2); Steve Waugh Medallion, undated, on card of issue (2); Parramatta R.L.C. Premiers 1983 medallion, cased; Christmas Medallion (Madonna & Child) by Royal Australian Mint with suspension loop, undated (2007) on card of issue. Uncirculated. (15)
Estimate $100
SOLD $0
Federation Flowers Collection, 2001, antique finish fine silver (50mm, 2oz) by Royal Australian Mint, set of eight featuring the floral emblem of each State and Territory. In prestige case of issue with certificate number 64 of only 200 sets world-wide, FDC. (8)
Estimate $200
SOLD $350
Australian Bicentennial, set of six proof two ounce silver medals by the Royal Australian Mint, 1988. In case of issue with booklet and certificate number 3373, FDC. (6)
Estimate $180
SOLD $200
Gallipoli, 90th Anniversary 1915-2005, The Australian Spirit, Sands of Gallipoli set of six medallions in brass alloy gold and silver plated, with replica 1904 Rising Sun hat badge and vial containing sand from the beaches of Gallipoli Peninsular. Housed in wooden case/display frame with certificate number 4597, FDC.
Estimate $150
SOLD $60
Gallipoli, Sands of Gallipoli, The Spirit Collection, 2007, set of two medallions in brass alloy gold and silver plated, with replica 1904 Rising Sun hat badge and vial containing sand from the beaches of Gallipoli Peninsular; 90th Anniversary of the Beersheeba Charge, 1917-2007, reverse, 3rd/9th Light Horse South Australian Mounted Rifles, in antique bronze (54mm). The first in case of issue with certificate number 2788, the second in perspex display stand, uncirculated. (2)
Estimate $80
SOLD $40
Gallipoli, Sands of Gallipoli medallion, 2007, in brass alloy gold and silver plated (55mm) incorporated in the medallion is a vial containing sand from the beaches of Gallipoli Peninsular (2); The Anzacs, undated, in bronze (34mm) in The Sunday Times card holder; another identical in The Advertiser card holder; The Korean Veterans Association set of cufflinks and tie clip in gilt and enamel; The Gulf Road copper carting / South Australia 150 Years, 1988, in copper (32mm). All in cases and packets of issue, uncirculated. (6)
Estimate $60
SOLD $30
Cessation of Transportation, Tasmania, 1853, in white metal (58mm) (C.1853/2); other medalets including Coronation of George VI, Queensland, 1937, silvered (C.1937/16) and Victoria issue in gilded (C.1937/10); and pins, kangaroo and Tin Hat Day, five shillings. The pins in poor condition, the Transportation medal mostly black with ageing, the rest fine - good very fine. (8)
Estimate $100
SOLD $90
Medal collection, 1880-1995, some items include Thorbecke's, 1880, in bronze (30mm) (C.1880/17); ANS, Royal Australian Mint Opened, 1965/66, in silver (35mm) edge numbered 468 (C.1966/15); ANS, First National Numismatic Convention, 1966, in silver, bronze and aluminium (C.1966/13) first two with edge number 185; XIIth World's Poultry Congress, Sydney Australia, 1962, in gilt (45mm) (C.unlisted); Midlands Numismatic Society, 1969, in bronze (38mm) (C.1969/5); Ballina & District Coin Club 100 Club Meetings, 1995, in bronze (45mm); Centenary of Federation Medallion for Primary School Students (packaged); Norfolk Island, five tourist dollars (cased); Australia Service Medal 1939-45, no suspension fitted, stamped R on obverse; Royal Artillery swimming prize medal in silver, suspension missing; British Museum medal in bronze (cased). Poor - uncirculated. (64)
Estimate $100
SOLD $120
Medalets and tinnies, includes Royal Coronation and Jubilee issues, 1887-1953, noted 1937 Coronation, Launceston issue, silvered (29mm) (C.1937/22), Centennial International Exhibition Melbourne, 1888, Exhibition Souvenir, silvered (16mm) (C.1888/10), Centennial Exhibition Melbourne, 1888-9 in silver (17mm) pierced suspension hole (C.1888-9/1), HMS New Zealand's Visit, 1913, gilt (22.5mm) suspension loop (M.1913/1), HMS Ophir Royal Visit, 1901 (2, both different) in copper (27mm); Peace Loan 1919 Suscriber tinnie; RYCT (Royal Yacht Club Tasmania) sixpence token, in brass (24mm) (KC); George III gaming counter in brass (copy of gold half guinea); several tinnies, all different, mostly pre 1920. Very good - extremely fine. (29)
Estimate $100
SOLD $100
Medalets, a small collection, includes types for Boer War, Federation 1901, Empire Day, Ricketty Dick, Peace 1919 (2 types), numerous other medalets; Joh Country Tourist Dollar, 1982; Queen Victoria 1887 shilling with suspension loop fitted; Thornthwaite one penny tradesmen token (poor condition but very scarce); numerous other medalets. Poor - uncirculated. (29)
Estimate $90
SOLD $160
Commemorative medalets, (1911-1963) includes Carlisle 1911/22, 1937/10, 1937/11, 1937/15, 1939/3, 1948/2, 1953/4, 1953/10, 1953/21, 1956/7, 1963/8. Very fine - nearly uncirculated. (11)
Estimate $120
SOLD $0
Medallions, tokens, checks and lapel badges, an assorted collection, noted check discs for Garden Island (GI), State Dockyard, and A.G.M.Co, also a small number of miscellaneous unusual currency, transit and whore house tokens, a medal for TUC Dorcestshire Labourers Centenary 1934 (Unc) and a small St Christopher medal in gold (tests as 18ct, 3.6gms). Fine - uncirculated. (76)
Estimate $120
SOLD $160
Group of metal badges, including Masonite Corporation (Aust) Pty Ltd, Eildon Victoria large (45 mm) enamel visitor badge by Stokes for the opening of the firm?; Ambulance Service (of) Victoria large (47 mm) metal badge; P.M.G mail branch, Melbourne, brass worker's? badge; shilling and sixpence oval brass reward check; Lions Australian National Convention Attendee badge 18/20 May 1960. Includes several scarce items, mostly very fine - nearly uncirculated. (5)
Estimate $100
SOLD $0
Port of Sydney Customs, buttons (VR) gilt (5 large, 2 small), maker, D.Jones & Co, Sydney; China Navigation Company, buttons in gilt (4 large, 9 small) maker, Firman & Sons and Stillwell & Son, London; two letters of introduction from Hong Kong to Australian businessman re Mr J.McManus, 2nd Officer of China Navigation Company vessel S.S.Chingtu; photo of Mr McManus; Evening News, Sydney, 16 June 1920 covering visit of Prince of Wales; various personal papers including authority to serve Notice of Requisition, 16 June 1915, by Collector of Customs; RSPCA letter re Honorary Inspector 3 December 1923 and letters relating to retirement in 1923. Many documents charred around edges, photo and letters of introduction unaffected, buttons very fine. (lot)
Estimate $100
SOLD $50
Police Force of Victoria, the Melbourne Harbour Trust Commissioners, identity pass in nickel (35mm), holed. Erasure around edge, very fine.
Estimate $150
SOLD $270
Wharf Clerks Union, Sydney, membership badge, c.1914, in nickel (30mm x 27mm) loop suspension, impressed number 140 on reverse, by Amor Sydney (Smith 753). Toned otherwise extremely fine.
Estimate $100
SOLD $90