Historical information
Owned by Alexander Cameron who arrived in Australia in 1853. Alexander Cameron ("Big Alex") was an early settler on the Snowy River flats. he worked the paddle steamer Cheviot for a while, having a wharf and sheds on the Snowy River in 1900. Later moved to Cann River.
Significance
This item is an example of a handcrafted religious ornament of the late 19th-early 20th century.
Physical description
Handmade, round, religious text ornament of celluloid and cardboard with silver writing.
Inscriptions & markings
Front - "The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear?"
