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Ot: Interesting Medal Struck Back In 1934, 35

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Not sure what this is worth - probably overpaid but couldn't resist over the amount of details this medal had.

Ot:-Interesting-Medal-Struck-Back-In-1934,-35

Ot:-Interesting-Medal-Struck-Back-In-1934,-35

Maybe someone can tell me more about this medal?
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 Posted 07/27/2013  12:38 pm  Show Profile   Bookmark this reply Add publius to your friends list Get a Link to this Reply
I like it!
The edge marking must indicate the person it was issued to. I wonder if this was awarded for actually saving the life of a drowning person, or for the completion of an advanced training course in lifesaving, or what.
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Very nice! gx, if you cant find it, I'll save me the time. I saw some extreme pieces sold on the bay. Particulary the Turkish silver one.
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I believe it was part of the learn to swim drive started by Frank Beaurepaire in the 1920s & 30s where a program was initiated to teach kids at school. I think that this is like the original "pool bronze" award. You should make enquiries with the RLSS.
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With that name on it...just think....it may be the only one in the world.
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Some info can be found at http://museumvictoria.com.au/collec...ng-australia

and

http://dniewcollectors.blogspot.com...ment-of.html

The name on the side looks to be the recipients name

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