Historical information

The medal was won by John Dulfer who studied Sciemce at the Ballarat School of Mines.


The President of the Ballarat School of Mines in 1916 was William Henry Middleton.

Physical description

Gold (15ct) round medal with a shield shape in the centre, and a gold jump link on the top, housed in it's original blue box. It is the Ballarat School of Mine's President's Medal for most meritorious science student and was awarded to John Dulfer.

Inscriptions & markings

Hand engraved into the medal:

Front:"School of Mines & Industries Ballarat. President's medal 1916 W.H. Middleton"

Verso: "Most meritorious Student Science School won by J. Dulfer". "Hutton & Co 15 ct"