Summary
The Federation of the colonies in 1901 to form the Commonwealth of Australia was an occasion for celebration and national pride. Numerous medals were produced, often to be worn at special Federation events.
Mint: not recorded.
Obverse Description
At centre within wreath joined at base by shaking hands crowned Australian Arms supported by kangaroo and emu; around, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH . 1901 .
Reverse Description
Australia (or Brittania?) seated below arch holding sceptre and shield bearing Union Jack and Southern Cross, below a globe featuring Australia, below on scroll, ADVANCE; the arch inscribed with motto and Colonies, bee hive & scales
Edge Description
Plain
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
1901 AD
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Issued By
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Inscriptions
PLain (edge) At centre within wreath joined at base by shaking hands crowned Australian Arms supported by kangaroo and emu; around, IN COMMEMORATION OF THE AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH . 1901 . (obverse) Australia seated below arch holding sceptre and shield bearing Union Jack and Southern Cross, below a globe featuring Australia, below on scroll, ADVANCE; the arch inscribed with motto and Colonies, bee hive & scales(reverse)
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Series
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Material
Gilt Copper
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Dimensions
31 mm (Outside Diameter), 12.81 (Weight)
Weight includes ribbon
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Dimensions
30 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measurement From Conservation.
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Shape
Round
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References
Car.1901/23
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