1983 Medal Celebrating Centenary of Bella Guerin - First Woman Graduate in Australia

1983 Medal Celebrating Centenary of Bella Guerin - First Woman Graduate in AustraliaThis 1983 bronze medallion, engraved by renowned sculptor Michael Meszaros, commemorates the centenary of Bella Guerin, Australias first female university graduate. The obverse portrays a group of women walking confidently through open doors, symbolising the expanding opportunities Guerin helped unlock. On the reverse, Guerin herself is shown opening a doorrepresenting her pivotal role in advancing womens access to education and equality. Created to

ObverseKing George VReverseDenomination and date within wreath Weight 1

The design features the Australian Coat of Arms at centre

1oz of 999

The Year of the Snake follows the Year of the Dragon and is the sixth animal in the 12-year zodiac cycle

while the flowers convey deep reverence and respect for this symbol of all sacrifice

and Henry VIII often used heraldry to legitimise his lineage

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Presented in a protective acrylic capsule

stylized image of Mount Ararat and sunset background

Whilst the exact origins of the phrase are unknown

Included in the artistry are representations of sacred mountains

This latest evolution of the icon combines Philip Nathan’s acclaimed interpretation with four groundbreaking security features to create the most visually secure coin in the world