1979 Western Australia 150Th Anniversary Commemorative Medal

Overview

A Commemorative Medal Issued In 1979 To Mark The 150Th Anniversary Of The Founding Of Western Australia. The Medal Is Sealed In Its Original Plastic Packaging.

Obverse

Features The Text "50Th Anniversary Western Australia 1979" With A Central Design Depicting A Figure Surrounded By Stylised Waves Or Concentric Rings. The Outer Legend Reads "Western Australia 1979" And "150Th Anniversary".

Reverse

Depicts A Portrait Bust Of A Man In Period Military Or Naval Dress, With A Sailing Ship In The Background. The Legend Reads "Swan River Colony" Above And "Founded 1829" Below, Commemorating The Establishment Of The Swan River Colony.

Condition Notes

The Medal Remains Sealed In Its Original Clear Plastic Packaging. Light Toning Is Visible Across Both Sides. Minor Surface Marks Are Present On The Obverse Field. The Packaging Itself Shows Some Creasing And Wear Consistent With Age. Detail On Both Sides Remains Strong With Sharp Relief On The Portrait And Central Figure.

Specifications

* Type: Commemorative Medal
* Country: Australia
* Year: 1979
* Subject: 150Th Anniversary Of Western Australia (Swan River Colony, Founded 1829)
* Packaging: Original Sealed PlasticFR
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