Sheffield, 1923
With inscription 'The Imperial Press Conference Australia 1925 - Presented By The Empire Press Union - To J.O.Fairfax - Chairman of the Australian Section, IN RECOGNITION OF HIS EMINENT SERVICES.' 6.5cm deep, 15cm high (2 1/2in deep, 6 1/2in high), weight 280 grms

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