1956 Olympic Games Participant’s Medal Great Britain “SEVERVS PIVS AVG”

“SEVERVS PIVS AVG”

Reverse (Back)William Farrer - cited as being the father of the Australian wheat industry for his improvements to the yield and quality of harvests in Australia

and in remembrance of all Australians who served

• Certain silver editions feature frosting on the reverse of the coin that embellishes the design

each representing one of the heraldic beasts present at Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953

1956 Olympic Games Participant’s Medal Great Britain “SEVERVS PIVS AVG”Designed by Hungarian born sculptor Andor Mszros (19001973), who settled in Australia in 1939, this 63mm bronze medal was created for the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. Mszros, known for his large religious and commemorative works, captured both classical strength and modern spirit in this design. The obverse features Melbournes coat of arms, Olympic rings, and a kangaroo framed by floral motifs. On the reverse, an athlete raises the Olympic flag