In 1934 the Melbourne Show celebrated the Centenary of Victoria with a series of special events. The Governor of Victoria, Lord Huntingfield KCMG, was awarded this medal in appreciation for his support. Prize winners that year each received a similar medal.

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Obverse – Equestrian figure bearing a torch (the logo of the Centenary) around which is the legend MELBOURNE CENTENARY ROYAL SHOW VICTORIA 1934.		Reverse – A rural scene of animals and plants with the rising sun in the background. Inscribed on a plaque below is Presented to LORD HUNTINGFIELD K.C.M.G. Governor of Victoria 19th October 1934.

Purchased, 1979