Historical information

James Albert Rintoule entered Ballarat College 1888; son of Robert Rintoule of Nhill and previously educated at Nhill State School to the 5th Form. James was a significant sportsman winning medals for high jump in 1888 and 1891 as well as hurdles in 1891. He continued his sports after leaving the school, winning the 1893 Albion Football Club Best Place Player. James' great nephew and niece James (1962) and Helen (1967) also attended the school.

Significance

Such elaborate rewards for athletic events demonstrates the significance of sports in the school's culture at the end of the 19th century.

Physical description

Gold shield medal on fine gold link chain; engraved border around face and verso of shiled; inscribed on face and verso.

Inscriptions & markings

Face: J Rintoule / 1st HIGH JUMP / UPPER 15 / 1888
Verso: Ballarat College crest