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NameGold Medal, Melbourne International Exhibition, 1880.
ProductionH Stokes; engraver; 1880; Australia
Melbourne Mint; engraver; 1880; Melbourne
Melbourne Mint; engraver; 1880; Melbourne
Classificationmedals
Materialsgold
Techniquesmetalworking, striking, engraving
DimensionsOverall: 4mm (width), 39mm (height), 39mm (diameter)
Registration NumberNU006497
Credit lineGift of the family of Sir James Hector, 1937
Overview
One side shows a profile head of Queen Victoria, around which is the legend: 'MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION MDCCCLXXX'. On the reverse isa wreath surrounded by the Latin motto: 'VITAM / EXCOLVERE / PER ARTES'. This medal was awarded to Sir James Hector.