Medal presented to Albert Adams, Newport Christmas Games Mile Race 1886
Object Type
Trophies and awards/Medal/Medallion
Date Used
1886
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Object Detail
Brief Description
Small, circular, ornate medallion awarded to Albert Adams in 1886 that has engraving on both sides. Engraving on the front reads "MILE / RACE / WON BY / A. ADAMS". Front is raised and has ornate engraving, while reverse is flat, with less ornate engraving. Reverse reads in part "NEWPORT XMAS SPORTS / 1886 / PRESENTED BY..." There are two rings at the top in the middle of the medallion.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 40 W: 32 D: 5mm (H: 1 9/16 W: 1 1/4 D: 3/16")
Media/Materials
Date Used
1886
Location
In storage
Registration No
1997.3296.2
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by the Adams Family.
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