Gold medal presented for first place in VASA half mile race, won by Frank Beaurepaire - 7 February 1907
Object Type
Trophies and awards/Medal/Gold medal
Date Used
07 Feb 1907
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Gold medal won by Frank Beaurepaire for first place in a ½ mile swim on 7 February 1907. Obverse features a mermaid with text in the legend that reads "VICTORIAN AMATEUR SWIMMING ASSOCIATION". Reverse features V.A.S.A. monogram and inscription that reads "½ Mile Championship / 7-2-07 / Won by / FRANK DE BEAUREPAIRE Time 13m.4 3/5s.". Decorative loop attachment at top.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 40 W: 30 D: 3mm (H: 1 9/16 W: 1 3/16 D: 1/8")
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Associated Person
Date Used
07 Feb 1907
Location
On display
Registration No
1990.2400.101
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Ian F Beaurepaire
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