Brief Description

Illuminated address presented to Harry Brooks Allen in gratitude for his contribution as Secretary to the Intercolonial Medical Congress of Australasia, 1889. Certificate has gilt, tooled, brown leather cover which opens to two pages (laid down) bearing the address decorated with green, brown and blue artwork, and on opposite page, in manuscript, in columns, the signatures of delegates. Designed and executed by Troedal & Company, Melbourne.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Leather (tooled), gilt, cardboard, 4 col. paint, paper.

References

See Supplementary file

See supplementary file for list of signatures.

Brief Description

A.C. Brownless' Ribbon for Knight of the Order of Pius, in 1883; given by Pope Leo XIII. Red striped with royal blue.

History of Object

Donor is grandson of A.C. Brownless.

Materials and Finishes

Silk.

References

Book: Russell, K.F., 1977. Melbourne Medical School 1862-1962 (MUP); page 90 tells of 2 papal awards.

Brief Description

Leather folio book containing decorative invitations to T. Hewlett in 1901, to the opening of parliament. Gilt cover title, "Souvenir Cards. Issued in connection with the Opening of the First Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, on 9th May, 1901."

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed), leather (tooled and gilt), cardboard and cloth.

References

See Supplementary File for listing of invitations in book.

Brief Description

Physician's academic cap in black velvet with silk rope and tassels, worn by A.E. Rowden White.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Velvet, silk and fabric (stiffened).

References

Brief Description

Physician's academic gown in black cloth with claret collar and cuffs, worn by A.E. Rowden White.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

?Gaberdine, ?silk and cotton.

References

Brief Description

Silver claret jug with ornate relief decoration of lion's head, angels, and overall floral work. Pear-shaped on stepped foot with lever-opened lid. In case.

History of Object

This jug was presented to Robertson by the staff of the Melbourne Hospital on his retirement in 1887. According to hallmark books, the letter "K" in outline stands for 1885 and London; Queen's head ends before 1890. Also see registration number 679.

Materials and Finishes

Silver, ivory, wood, leatherette, velvet, satin and metal.

References

File: Correspondence File: Robertson, T. & M. (Misses)
File: Supplementary File: photographs of jug.
Book: Bradbury, F., 1964, "British and Irish Silver..."

Brief Description

Illuminated address in honour of J. Robertson's retirement as Honorary Physician, from the Nursing Staff at Melbourne Hospital, dated 1887. Depicts hospital building.

History of Object

Presented to Robertson on the occasion of his retirement from the office of Honorary Physician, from the Nursing Staff of the Melbourne Hospital, dated 14 March 1887.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (printed), wood and leather (tooled).

References

Brief Description

Letters patent conferring a knighthood on Harry Brookes Allen, 1914, with Great Seal of King George V suspended. In presentation case, red cloth covering.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink and waxed), silk, wood, velvet, cloth (coated), metal (painted), wax and felt.

References

Brief Description

18 carat gold watch presented to Dr. Frederick W.C. Beavan by the Inhabitants of the town of Derwent in Tasmania, on 2 May 1851. Watch has dual face (hours and seconds), central engraved floral and leaf design, surrounded by Roman numerals and intersected at the bottom with a circular seconds clock (hand missing). Minutes and hours indicated by two black metal clock hands. Knob and ring on top of clock face; pressing releases internal compartment with engraved inscription, winding mechanism and maker's marks. Engraved cross-hatching design on back external surface of watch. Protective glass for watch face is missing. Included with watch, gold and metal engraved winding key as well as black leather case lined with beige silk and purple velvet.

History of Object

This fob watch was donated by Frank C. Beavan, grandson of Frederick Beavan, to the Victorian Branch fo the Australian Medical Association in 1965. The A.M.A. donated its museum collection of documents and artefacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Gold, metal, wood, fabric and leather.

References

File: Association File: see Beavan, Frederick.

Brief Description

Silver tray presented to James Robertson from his colleagues and former pupils in 1887. Flat with floral and geometric border on rim, standing on three feet. In plush case.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Silver, wood, brass, velvet, satin and cloth.

References

File: Correspondence File: Robertson, Theodora.

Brief Description

Illuminated address to A.C. Brownless from the Melbourne Medical Association, honouring his knighthood and founding of the Medical School.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink) and cardboard.

References

Brief Description

Elaborate presentation card from F.J. Poynton to the Medical Faculty. Calligraphy, with blue ribbon threaded through card and photograph of Poynton examining child.

History of Object

Materials and Finishes

Cardboard (ink), paper (wax and photographic) and satin.

References

File: Correspondence File. Poynton, F.J.

Brief Description

Presentation set of surgical instruments in leather-covered wooden box, lined with blue velvet. Contents: hernia bistoury (.2), curved bistoury (.3), tumour and naevus needle (.4), operating scalpel (.5), aneurysm needle (.6), tenaculum (.7). All instruments have ebony handles, secured by brass rivets.

History of Object

Came in envelope, "From Joan Martin".

Materials and Finishes

Wood, leather, steel, velvet, ebony and brass.

References

Brief Description

Inscribed brass drum from smoked paper apparatus, presented to Professor R.D. Wright by staff at the University of Melbourne Physiology Department, 1971. On wooden base.

History of Object

Originally made as a part of a scientific apparatus used to record muscle twitching in a frog's leg, etc., the item has been re-used as a presentation piece or trophy. Associated with the Melbourne University Physiology Department and, particularly, Prof. R.D. Wright, to whom it was presented.

Materials and Finishes

Brass (engraved) and wood (turned and polished).

References

Brief Description

Illuminated Address to the Honourable Duncan Gillies, Premier of the Colony of Victoria from the Intercolonial Medical Congress of Australasia. The Illuminated Address has a black leather and gilt inscribed cover, with a black, red, blue and gold calligraphic address, and blue silk-satin lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leather, paper (ink), gilt and satin.

References

Brief Description

Illuminated Address to Dr. John Williams Esq. M.D. from the Cambrian Society of Victoria, dated 1 March 1889. The Illuminated Address has a brown leather cover, tooled and inscribed with gilt, with a red and black calligraphic address and painted crest; also illustrations and a royal blue satin-silk lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Paper (ink), paint, leather, gilt and satin.

References

Brief Description

Bronze plaque awarded to Sir Geoffrey Newman-Morris on 26 November 1977, by the Confederation of Medical Associations in Asia and Oceania, for his servises as President of C.M.A.A.O. from 1975-76.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association. The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Bronze and paint.

References

Brief Description

Flat silver tray with side handles, presented to Dr. Don Cordner on 6 March 1970, by his fellow University of Melbourne Medical Graduates for orgainsing their 25th year reunion. Tray has scalloped leaf design along edges and handles, with similar design engraved in centre surrounding dedication "Presented to Don Cordner by the 1945 Melbourne University Medical Graduates 6th March 1970".

History of Object

Dr. Don Cordner donated the tray to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in August 1995.

Materials and Finishes

Silver.

References

Brief Description

Sterling silver box, flat rectangular, internal wooden fittings, divided into two comaprtments. Bottom panel of box is leatherette. Box was presented to the Victorian Branch of the British Medical Association by Professor Richard Berry, President 1917-18.

History of Object

This item was presented to the Victorian Branch of the British Medical Association by Professor Richard Berry.

Materials and Finishes

Sterling silver and wood.

References

Brief Description

Illuminated Address to Dr. John Thomson from Closeburn Hospital, Windsor, on the occasion of his retirement from the Hospital' sBoard of Management and to commemorate his service of nearly forty years with Closeburn Hospital, on 20 September 1907. Black leather and gilt-inscribed cover, with hand-painted, multi-coloured address, with black, gold, maroon and brown calligraphy; also maroon damask lining.

History of Object

This item was originally donated to the Medical Society of Victoria (which later became part of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Medical Association). The A.M.A. donated its historical collection of documents and artifacts to the University of Melbourne's Medical History Museum in 1994.

Materials and Finishes

Leather, wood, paint, ink and fabric.

References