To recognise the dedication of volunteers, acknowledgement were made via plaques or other memorabilia. This brown board has a small RVIB logo at the top in enamel and in the bottom third is the plaque to Edith Perrett and her years of service.Digital image of wooden shield with enamel badge at top and metal plaque near the base.RVIB Kongwak Auxiliary Edith Perrett 45 Years Dedicated Service 14th March 2002royal victorian institute for the blind, nameplates

Small copper oil can used in the shearing industry to oil combs and cutters.This item is made of copper as opposed to regular ones which were manufactured from tin plate.Copper cone shaped oil can. Soldered metal base. Brass screw top with pourer attachedNoneshearing, oil can, combs and cutters

Used by Mr Ron Dew in Charlton for many years. The word "Handkerchief" is written diagonally across the top in a cursive, gold-colored font. The box's material has a mottled brown and amber appearance, characteristic of tortoiseshell patterns, and is smooth and slightly reflective. Handkerchief box made of tortoise shell style bakelite, with hinged lid. The word 'Handkerchiefs' is written in gold lettering on the lid.The word 'Handkerchiefs' is written in gold lettering on the lid.charlton, dew ron

Malachite is typically found as crystalline aggregates or crusts, often banded in appearance, like agates. It is also often found as botryoidal clusters of radiating crystals, and as mammillary aggregates as well. Single crystals and clusters of distinguishable crystals are uncommon, but when found they are typically acicular to prismatic. It is also frequently found as a pseudomorph after Azurite crystals, which are generally more tabular in shape. This particular specimen was recovered from the Burra Burra Copper Mine in Burra, South Australia. Otherwise known as the 'Monster Mine', the Burra Burra Copper Mine was first established in 1848 upon the discovery of copper deposits in 1845. Within a few short years, people from around the world migrated to Burra to lay their claim in the copper economy. By April 1848 the mine was employing over 567 people and supporting a population of 1,500 in the local township. Up until 1860, the mine was the largest metals mine in Australia, producing approximately 50,000 tonnes of copper between 1845 to its closure in 1877. The Burra Burra Mine was also famous for a number of other specimens, including; crystalline azurite, cuprite, and botryoidal and malachite. Malachite is considered a rare gemstone in that the original deposits for the stones have been depleted leaving behind very few sources. In addition, the use of Malachite as gemstones and sculptural materials remains just as popular today as they were throughout history. It is quite common to cut the stone into beads for jewellery. The fact that Malachite has such a rich colour and one that does not fade with time or when exposed to light makes it particularly rare. This specimen is part of a larger collection of geological and mineral specimens collected from around Australia (and some parts of the world) and donated to the Burke Museum between 1868-1880. A large percentage of these specimens were collected in Victoria as part of the Geological Survey of Victoria that begun in 1852 (in response to the Gold Rush) to study and map the geology of Victoria. Collecting geological specimens was an important part of mapping and understanding the scientific makeup of the earth. Many of these specimens were sent to research and collecting organisations across Australia, including the Burke Museum, to educate and encourage further study. A solid hand-sized copper carbonate hydroxide mineral with shades of blue and light green throughout. burke museum, beechworth, indigo shire, beechworth museum, geological, geological specimen, mineralogy, burra, burra burra mine, south australia, malachite, malachite specimen

The TCu380A IUD is the most widely used copper IUD in the world. Although it is claimed that the TCu380A IUD has been shown to be an effective, safe, long-term contraceptive device, a recent study has noted that it causes side effects and early removal for many users.Intrauterine device. Copper T model TU380A, made of copper and white plastic. T-shaped, with two threads of cotton attached. Includes patient information leaflet [23.2].contraception, intrauterine device

Homemade bread for the family was stored in these type of large bins to keep them fresh. As there were no preservatives in those days, the bread would not last long before it went stale or mouldy. A vintage extra large cream coloured enamel bread bid with a lid and two handles on the side. It has white enamel inside the lid. The brown plastic handle on the top of the lid is attached with two brown screws. It has a damaged label with the word 'Bread' in green lettering on a gold background. Bread is stamped on the back side of the bin.It has a damaged label with the word 'Bread' in green lettering on a gold background. "Bread" is indented on the back side of the bin.food storage containers, food bins

Gold, blue and white enamel tie pin."LUX DUX REX LEX" "JESU ESTO MIHI JESUS" "ORDER OF ST LUKE"order of st luke

Gold blue and white enamel student medal."Ormond Theological Hall" "Et nova et vetera"

Gold and red enamel Home to Stawell 1947stawell

This photograph was taken to mark teh retirement of Glad Procter from the Ballarat Technical Art School a division of the Ballarat School of Mines Black and white photograph of Glad Procter, Metalcraft teacher at the Ballarat Technical Art School. He stands in the workshop aera holding a metal owl faced clock. glad procter, proctor, ballarat technical art school, metalcraft, staffmember

The Bendigo mayoral chain or chain of office was donated by George Lansell in 1893 and manufactured from local gold by F Prescott. The design of modern mayoral chains (also known as a livery collar) mimics the ancient gold collar of Esses worn by the Lord Mayor of London which was bequeathed to his successors by Sir John Aleyn (who died in 1545) and which has a large jewelled pendant added in 1607. Source: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Livery_collarDesigned and manufactured by Mr. E. Prescott from 9ct Yellow Gold in 1893 and believed to be made from Bendigo gold, the Bendigo mayoral chain was conceived by Mr J.H. Abbott and created with financial assistance of Mr George Lansell the "Gold King" of Bendigo who contributed the central medallion. The 18 links which made up the original chain represented serving mayors to date and were gifted by ex mayors or their representatives. The main chain consists of 35 links of quatrefoil form with the name of each mayor and the years of their term engraved and filled with black enamel. Overtime, as the chain grew too long to wear, it was separated into two joining chains eventually consisting of another 34 link section, totaling 69 links. The monogram of each mayor in gold is placed in the centre of each link and the links are connected by filigree 9ct gold joining curbs, unique to this period. The engraved central 'drop' or medallion is an eight pointed form with the body being an irregular oval containing four projections and four recesses forming the eight points. The shield section depicts the Australian emblem in miniature above and larger central Bendigo Coat of Arms filled with coloured enamel. The reverse of the medallion bears Lansell's name and is inscribed with the following: / Bendigo gold field discovered in 1851/ proclaimed municipality of Sandhurst /1855 / and city 1871/ Named changed to City of Bendigo 1891, in honor of which event / Cr J. H. Abbott, M.L.C. / inaugurated the mayoral chain / and medallion was presented to the city council / by George Lansell, Esq / to whose implicit belief in the inexhaustible / nature of our gold resources and the idefatigable energy / in developing them Bendigo mainly owns its / present prosperity / June 1893 / W. Honeybone, Town Clerk /sandhurst, bendigo, mayor, mayoral chain, george lansell, prescott, abbott, blashki, council, 1893, city of greater bendigo ceremonial item

- "Old Gold" was a brand of dark chocolate dating back to 1916 in Australia. Originally produced by MacRobertson's then Cadbury.C 1940's/1950's - Orange box with gold printing "Old Gold" - Pictorial illustration of "treasure trove""Old Gold" Chocolate - A great assortment of centres, including nougat, caramels, fruit fondants and other favourites. 1/2 lb nett, MacRobertson, Melbourne, Australiachocolate, boxes, macrobertson's and cadbury

This sheet of copper sheathing or muntz metal has been recovered from the sea. It has been damaged by reaction of the metals to the sea, it has encrustations from the sea such as sand, and other damage has caused the edges to break away or fold over. ABOUT MUNTZ Early timber sailing ships had a problem of the timber hulls being eaten through by the marine animals called Teredo Worms, sometimes called ‘sea worms’ or ‘termites of the sea’. The worms bore holes into wood that is immersed in sea water and the bacteria inside the worms digest the wood. Shipbuilders tried to prevent this problem by applying coatings of tar, wax, lead or pitch onto the timber. In the 18th and 19th centuries the outside of their ships were sheathed in copper sheathing or a combination of 60 percent copper and 40 percent zinc (called Muntz metal). The ships would be re-metalled periodically to ensure the sheathing would remain effective. In more recent times the ships are protected with a toxic coating. Piece of Muntz metal, copper/zinc sheathing for protecting ship hulls.flagstaff hill, warrnambool, shipwrecked-coast, flagstaff-hill, flagstaff-hill-maritime-museum, maritime-museum, shipwreck-coast, flagstaff-hill-maritime-village, muntz, muntz metal, copper sheating,, copper sheathing, teredo worms, sea worms, sea termites, ship building

To identify staff members, badges were provided. These consisted of a circle with a gold lighthouse on a mid-blue background. Around the outside, 'Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind' was written in mid-blue against a gold background.Metal pin with enamel image of lighthouseRoyal Victorian Institute for the Blindroyal victorian institute for the blind, badges

An example of badges issued by Legacy for fundraising during the Legacy Appeal and Badge Week. It is an older style pin that was released in 2006 as part of the Nostalgia Collection in a presentation case for $10-0 the set of 4. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them. This badge does not have the laurel wreath which makes it unusual.Example of Legacy badges that were sold up to raise money for Legacy's work. Legacy Appeal pin with the Legacy torch, it is gold with white enamel around a torch, blue enamel around the word Legacy and red enamel in the flame.legacy appeal, fundraising, badge week

Differing gauges of transmission line was/is used in the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme. Some carried 330KV, 220KV, 66KV (Mount Beauty to Bright) and (Clover to Mount Beauty) and 22KV. All the cables have a core of steel for strength and an aluminium outer layer for transmission. Examples include 66KV copper cable, copper earth wire from the towers, copper cable found along the aqueducts for telemetering and copper earth wire. The 24 Volt Communication cables were/are used for linking different sites on remote SEC equipment.The State Electricity Commission of Victoria constructed the Kiewa Hydro Electric Scheme during the late 1930's to 1960's. A wooden board with samples of differing gauges of transmission cables used for the transmission of power and 24 volt communication cables used for communication linking different sites on remote S.E.C. equipment. The cables No.s 1 to 9 have a core of steel for strength and an aluminium outer layer for transmission. The copper cables No.s 10 - 14 are used for earthing and are in the ground as copper doesn't rust or corrode (steel does). Copper is three times heavier (dense) than aluminium. Each of the outside aluminium wires are wound in the opposite direction so that when the cable is stretched under load, they tighten.state electricity commission of victoria. kiewa hydro electric scheme. cable. communication. transmission. telemetering. power. electricity.

An example of badges issued by Legacy for fundraising during the Legacy Appeal and Badge Week. The donation value was $25. The date is not known. There are two of these in the collection. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them. Example of Legacy badges that were sold up to raise money for Legacy's work. Legacy Appeal badge with the Legacy torch, it is gold with orange enamel around a torch with red enamel in the flame. On the reverse 'A J Parkes / $25'.legacy appeal, fundraising, badge week

This is a baking dish of the type used in the early to mid 20th century. Its contents could have been savoury or sweet. Enamel items were hard-wearing and often used in country areas or for picnics or outdoor eating. Enamel items have been largely superseded by the use of plastic, china and Pyrex materials. This dish is retained as an example of a household item from the past. It will be useful for display.This is an enamel pie or meat dish. It is spherical in shape and is white with a blue edging. It is chipped around the rim and scratched on the base. There is a stamped imprint on the back with the maker’s name but only one word is decipherable. ‘Sweden’

An example of badges issued by Legacy for fundraising during the Legacy Appeal and Badge Week. It is an older style pin that was released in 2006 as part of the Nostalgia Collection in a presentation case for $10-0 the set of 4. The badge of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them. Example of Legacy badges that were sold up to raise money for Legacy's work. Legacy Appeal pin with the Legacy torch, it is gold with blue enamel around the word Legacy and red enamel in the flame.legacy appeal, fundraising, badge week

Back to Bentleigh - 1934 No 2083Commemorates a reunion of past teachers and students who attended East Bentleigh School No. 2083 in Centre Road Bentleigh. The reunion was held from 20th to 30th October 1934, as part of the 'Back to Moorabbin' Celebrations.Gold badge with blue enamel and the words "Back to Bentleigh"Back to Bentleigh - 1934 No 2085bentleigh, moorabbin shire, school, reunion, education, back to moorabbin

Blue enamel and gold metal award badge in box.."LIFE GOVERNOR" "ROYAL FREEMASON HOMES OF VICTORIA" On reverse: "Mrs. W.E.Woolhouse 1976"royal freemason homes of victoria, anne fisk (nee woohouse)

Metal badge with gold paint, black and green enamellingVic. Old Forestry Students Assn.

State Express 555, known as 555 and Bentoel 555, is a British luxurious cigarette originally manufactured in the United Kingdom by the Tobacco Company. The overseas rights to the brand, excluding the U.K., were acquired by British American Tobacco in 1925. 555 cigarettes were sold widely throughout the world. (Wikipedia)Flat yellow enamelled cigarette tin with gold writing."State Express Cigarettes / State Express / Purveyors of pure tobaccos / 210 Piccadilly London WE ... / Ardath Tobacco Company Limited / London, Leeds and Dublin"cigarette tins, containers

RSL Lapel Pin V13056 - issued to Dorothy KielyGold lapel badge with red white and blue enamel.Returned & Services League Australia rear - V13056rsl, lapel pin