Medal for 75th anniversary of Australian Federation, 1976

This is one of a set of seven silver commemorative medals made in Birmingham, England for sale to Australian collectors on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Federation. This example features Sir Henry Parkes, considered by many the 'Father of Federation'.

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Obverse – Bust of Sir Henry Parkes surrounded by the legend SIR HENRY PARKES.		Reverse – At the centre is the Arms of Australia above the dates 1901 – 1976. Around these is the legend 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FEDERATION OF AUSTRALIA. A tiny 'H' below the date is the makers mark, Heaton & Sons, Birmingham, England.

Donation, 1993