Historical information

Moomba is the festival of the city of Melbourne, initiated by the City Development Association to liven up Melbourne and attract tourists. The first Moomba parade took place in 1955 on the Labour Day public holiday in March, which commemorated the advent of the eight hour working day, which was first won in 1856 (https://blogs.slv.vic.gov.au/such-was-life/moomba).

Physical description

Large silver platter with ornate embossed grape and vine leaf decoration on rim, ornate engraving on flat surface are with engraved text in centre.

Inscriptions & markings

1987 /Moomba Procession / Moomba Award / for the best country entry
Reverse; label 'Ranleigh A1 quality silverware'