Name/Title
Commemorative MedalEntry/Object ID
2017.009.023Description
Modified circular, copper-coloured metal medallion with antiqued finish and with integral hanging ring. Medallion is in the shape of a globe, with both recessed and flat surfaces, with a banner encircling the upper area of the globe and extending beyond the circumference of the globe on both sides. Banner reads, in flat, perspective lettering; “WORLD TOWN CRIER CHAMPIONSHIP”, with an eight-pointed star at end of banner on [viewer’s] right side and a similar star above the banner, stamped: “6th”. A town crier’s bell, in outline and with recessed areas, is in the central area of the medallion, with the top of the handle forming the integral hanging ring and the bell clapper forming the lower profile of the medallion circumference. The bell has a solid map of Australia in its upper area and “BALLARAT ‘95” in perspective lettering along the rim of the bell. Copper jump ring has two other metal jump rings attached to it. A red synthetic grosgrain-type ribbon threaded through the upper jump ring and sewn to form a “V” when worn.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Stevens, MarolynNotes
Accession Date: 16-May-17
Mode of Acquisition: GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term
MedalNomenclature Secondary Object Term
Decoration of HonorNomenclature Primary Object Term
AwardNomenclature Sub-Class
Achievement SymbolsNomenclature Class
Personal SymbolsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsLegacy Lexicon
Object Name
commemorative medalCreated By
Jones, IsabelCreate Date
April 22, 2017Update Date
August 22, 2025