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Medal - Raising the Flag Bicentenary 1788 - 1988, Copper Antiqued
| Location | Australia |
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| Year | 1988 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | Detailed relief scene depicting the raising of the British flag at Sydney Cove in 1788, with several uniformed figures gathered around a flagpole at centre, sailing ships visible in the harbour background, and foliage to the left. The legend arcs along the upper rim, and the bicentenary dates appear in the lower field, with the engraver's signature McCASKER in the exergue. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Relief map of the Australian continent set against a background of concentric wave lines, with the six-pointed Federation Star and the five stars of the Southern Cross depicted across the landmass. Tasmania is shown separately below the mainland. A cursive legend arcs across the upper field, and the engraver's name McCASKER appears in the lower exergue. The field is bordered by a beaded inner rim. |
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