Centenary of Healesville medal, 1964

This medal was manufactured for distribution to residents of Healesville on the occasion of the town's centenary. It features Richard Heales, after whom the city is named. Heales was born in London in 1821 and migrated to Victoria in early 1842.

Centenary of Healesville medal, obverse.

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Centenary of Healesville medal, reverse.

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Obverse – A bust of Richard Heales facing right with the date 1864 below. Around him is the legend RICHARD HEALES.		Reverse – Above a small wreath is the legend CENTENARY HEALESVILLE VICTORIA AUSTRALIA 1964.

Donated, 1988