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Medal - Abel Tasman - 350th Anniversary Historical Medal
| Location | Australia |
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| Year | 1992 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | Full-length relief effigy of Abel Tasman in 17th-century attire, holding dividers in his right hand and a globe in his left, with a coastal landscape and a large sailing ship in the background. The legend 'ABEL TASMAN' appears in large raised lettering along the lower border, with the maker's mark 'TAS MEDALS' inscribed in the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | The field depicts a relief map showing the west coast of Tasmania and surrounding coastline, with Tasman's navigational route indicated by a dotted arc. A detailed compass rose is positioned centrally in the field, with 'Marias Eyland' labelled to the right. The upper border carries the commemorative legend, and a multi-line inscription in the lower field records the key dates and events of Tasman's 1642 voyage. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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