{"product_id":"1980-melbourne-international-centenary-exhibition-medal-set-stokes-a-asia-ltd","title":"1980 Melbourne International Centenary Exhibition Medal Set – Stokes (A\/Asia) Ltd","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Loose Change Coins\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/PACKING_SLIP_LOGO.png?v=1703545409\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1980 Melbourne International Centenary Exhibition Medal Set – Stokes (A\/Asia) Ltd\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eCommemorate a century of Melbourne’s architectural and cultural history with this official centenary medal set. Commissioned for the 1980 celebrations, these medals represent a direct numismatic link to Australia’s colonial past, struck by the same firm—\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"254\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eStokes\u003c\/b\u003e—that produced the original prize medals in 1880.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eKey Features and Design\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003eHistorical Continuity\u003c\/b\u003e: The obverse features a veiled \"widow head\" portrait of Queen Victoria, reproduced directly from the original 1880 steel die\/hub used for the Gold Prize Medals a century earlier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003eStokes Legacy\u003c\/b\u003e: Struck by \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"25\" data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003eStokes (Australasia) Limited\u003c\/b\u003e, a firm established in 1856 with a legacy tied to the very building these medals celebrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003eLimited Edition Tribute\u003c\/b\u003e: These medals were available exclusively during the 1980 Centenary Exhibition, which was officially opened by Princess Alexandra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003eDual Metal Set\u003c\/b\u003e: This comprehensive set includes:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,0,0\"\u003eSterling Silver (.925)\u003c\/b\u003e: Featuring a mirror-like proof finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3,3,1,1,0\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/b\u003e: Struck to commemorate the live minting demonstrations held at the Stokes stand during the exhibition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eYear Struck\u003c\/b\u003e: 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eMint\u003c\/b\u003e: Stokes (Australasia) Limited, Melbourne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eObverse Designer\u003c\/b\u003e: Thomas Stokes (Original 1880 hub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003eMetals\u003c\/b\u003e: Sterling Silver and Bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/b\u003e: 38mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.81g (Silver), 39.61g (Bronze)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,5,0\"\u003eInscription (Silver only)\u003c\/b\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,5,1,0,0\"\u003eObverse\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"9\" data-path-to-node=\"5,5,1,0,0\"\u003eMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION MDCCCLXXX\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,5,1,1,0\"\u003eReverse\u003c\/b\u003e: A detailed inscription chronicling the centenary and the reproduction of the 1880 die.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCondition and Presentation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThis set is a must-have for collectors of Victorian-era history, Melbourne memorabilia, or high-quality Australian exonumia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Suite\u003c\/b\u003e: Includes both the Silver and Bronze medals, complete with the original red velvet-lined hardshell presentation case with gold-stamped interior satin, and certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSilver Medal\u003c\/b\u003e: Remains in excellent condition with sharp detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBronze Medal\u003c\/b\u003e: Exhibits natural toning commensurate with its 40+ year age. While the fields have dulled over time, the struck details remain sharp and well-defined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/b\u003e: The black textured hardshell case is well-preserved. Minor shelf wear to the outer case or light aging to the internal fabric may be present, consistent with a vintage set from 1980.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Loose Change Coins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50702900068599,"sku":"C1980\/12","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/3652\/2558\/files\/C198012C.jpg?v=1776842985","url":"https:\/\/loosechangecoins.com.au\/products\/1980-melbourne-international-centenary-exhibition-medal-set-stokes-a-asia-ltd","provider":"Loose Change Coins","version":"1.0","type":"link"}