Gold medal presented for first place in VASA 440 yard race on 19 December 1908, won by Frank Beaurepaire
Object Type
Trophies and awards/Medal/Gold medal
Date Used
19 Dec 1908
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Brief Description
Gold medal won by Frank Beaurepaire for 1st place in a 440 Yards swim on 19th December, 1908. 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 "440 YARDS CHAMPIONSHIP / 19-12-08 / Time 5.55 ½ / WON BY / F.E. BEAUREPAIRE.". 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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Date Used
19 Dec 1908
Location
In storage
Registration No
1990.2400.104
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Ian F Beaurepaire
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