Summary
A Cinderella stamp from the 1953 International Motor Show held at the Exhibition Building from the 19-28 March. These shows were an annual event in the 1950s and showcased new models of cars at a time when car ownership was becoming increasingly accessible for Australians.
Physical Description
A rectangular paper stamp. Yellow background with white, red and black printing
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Susan Lancaster, 05 May 2015
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Place & Date of Event
Royal Exhibition Building (REB), Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 19 Mar 1953 - 28 Mar 1953
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Inscriptions
Printed on obverse: 1953/ ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL/ motor/ show/ EXHIBITION BUILDINGS/ MELBOURNE/ 19th MARCH/ to 28th MARCH
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Classification
Royal exhibition building, Exhibitions & trade shows, Motor shows
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
40 mm (Width), 75 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Royal Exhibition Building, Motor Shows, Trade Exhibitions, Cars, Stamps
