Historical and Art Medals

Centenary of the Government of Victoria, 1951, a bronze award medal by A. Meszaros for Pinches, naked male and female on horseback left, rev. legend above flowering wreath, named (South African Cricket Touring Team, 1952-53, G. Innes), 64mm (Carlisle 1951.3; MJP p.224). Good very fine, rare; in original blue fitted case with descriptive leaflet (£80-120)

Illustrated on the Plates. 100 struck. The visiting South African team was captained by J.E. Cheetham; a picture of the team, including the recipient, is sold with the lot