Summary
Medal minted by Stokes and awarded to B. O'Sullivan, B. Napthene and B. Morris (Cox) for winning first place in the V?H Section of the 1976 Leeton Rowathon.
The Leeton Rowathon was an annual event organised by the Leeton and Yanko Lions Clubs. Teams from both the Royal Blind Society (New South Wales) and the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind competed in various events.
Physical Description
Round gold-plated medal with an embossed image of three figures rowing, plus a cox, on front. On reverse, embossed laurel wreaths, with inscription.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind (RVIB), 21 Jul 1993
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Manufacturer
Stokes, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1976
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Place & Date Awarded
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Inscriptions
Text: Leeton 1976/Rowathon/1st V/H section/B. O'Sullivan/ B. Napthene/B. Morris (Cox). Engraved on back: Stokes/Melbourne/ Australia.
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
4.5 cm (Length), 4.5 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Recreation, Sport, Visual Impairment, Rowing, Sporting Competitions, Sporting Awards, Medals
