Description
South Australia, Adelaide, John Reid & Sons Ltd Commemorative Medallion (13.31g, 50mm), made in Pressed Leather by Stokes & Martin 1873. Obverse: Tannery building, “TANNERY” above, business owners name “J.R & S TRADE A MARK” below, outer legend around. Reverse: Olive wreath surrounds inner legend, “PRESENTED BY JOHN REID & SONS LD. TANNERS, LEATHER & BARK MERCHANTS ADELAIDE SOUTH AUSTRALIA”. Carlisle-1873/5. A most unusual ‘medallion’ – Australia’s only leather commemorative piece. Virtually ‘as made’ and quite scarce. Almost Mint State