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Medal - Australia 200 Years Collection Matthew Flinders
| Location | Australia |
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| Year | 1988 |
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| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
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| Obverse description | Bust of Matthew Flinders in naval uniform facing right, with an outline map of Australia labelled NEW HOLLAND in the left field and a three-masted sailing vessel (HMS Investigator) depicted in the lower left. The legend MATHEW FLINDERS curves along the upper rim, with the dates 1774-1814 inscribed in the exergue. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Relief outline map of Australia occupies the central field, superimposed with a four-line inscription. The map and legend are framed by a wreath composed of wheat and native Australian foliage, with the Pobjoy Mint mark (PM) appearing at the base below the wreath. |
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