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Medal - Captain James Cook Bicentenary Historical Medal
| Location | Australia |
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| Year | 1970 |
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| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
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| Obverse description | Central design depicting H.M. Bark Endeavour under full sail, shown in right-facing profile with detailed rigging and hull in relief. The legend curves around the upper rim, with the engraver's name visible in the lower field. |
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| Reverse description | Bust of Captain James Cook facing three-quarters right, set against an outline map of Australia in the field. The circular legend around the rim reads the inscription, with dates appearing in the lower exergue area. |
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| Reverse lettering | CAPTAIN JAMES COOK 1770-1970 VICTORIAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT |
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