medallion
Object Detail
Object Name
medal
Description
Gold coloured circular commemorative medallion.
The obverse reads "1919 1969 Fiftieth Anniversary Kings Cup Bundaberg Queensland" on ribbon encircling trophy, with Australian states names around border. The reverse reads "Australian Eight-Oared Championship" showing eight oar superimposed on laurel wreath.
Part of the Thomas E. Weil Collection. Thomas E. Weil is a very knowledgeable and respected collector of rowing memorabilia from all over the world. His extensive collection includes material from many years of the Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Race, and Henley Royal Regatta. He also lectures and writes on rowing history and is a Trustee of the River and Rowing Museum.
The obverse reads "1919 1969 Fiftieth Anniversary Kings Cup Bundaberg Queensland" on ribbon encircling trophy, with Australian states names around border. The reverse reads "Australian Eight-Oared Championship" showing eight oar superimposed on laurel wreath.
Part of the Thomas E. Weil Collection. Thomas E. Weil is a very knowledgeable and respected collector of rowing memorabilia from all over the world. His extensive collection includes material from many years of the Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Race, and Henley Royal Regatta. He also lectures and writes on rowing history and is a Trustee of the River and Rowing Museum.
Accession No
2003.532.582
Collection
The Tom Weil Collection/Rowing
Associated Person
Associated Date
1969
Associated Period
20th century
Date
1969