SA Union: Pretoria Centenary Philatelic Exhibition “TEPPEX” Award
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Form:
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Circular
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By:
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Date:
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1955 |
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Ref:
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Laidlaw: 0905;
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Variations:
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| Size | Metal | Mass | Value |
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| 38.2 mm | Silver | 28.1 gm | $40 |
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Edge:
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Plain
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Obverse:
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Coat of arms of Pretoria with antelope supporters, castle crest and motto: "PRAESTANTIA PRAEVALEAT PRAETORIA". Legend above: "1855 - PRETORIA - 1955" and below: "EEUFEES - CENTENARY".
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Reverse:
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A rectangular frame inscribed: "TIPPEX" on top of a cartouche with laurel sprig on right. Space for engraving the name of the recipient above. This medal: "DR. LUCAS YOUNG / NORWAY". Stamped: ".925" and "SILVER" at the foot.
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Notes:
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The medal was awarded at the stamp exhibition "TEPPEX" held in Pretoria between 31 October and 5 November 1955 to mark the centenary of the city.
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