Commemorative ceramic coffee mug
Production date
1982
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Object detail
Description
A cream coloured coffee mug commissioned for the XII Commonwealth Games Australia 1982, decorated with stylised kangaroo games mascot 'Matilda'
Classification
DOMESTIC EQUIPMENT Food & Drink Consumption Crockery mug
DOMESTIC EQUIPMENT Food and Drink Consumption mug
CIVIC MEMENTOES Souvenirs Commonwealth Games
DOMESTIC EQUIPMENT Food and Drink Consumption mug
CIVIC MEMENTOES Souvenirs Commonwealth Games
Maker
Production date
1982
Measurements
L102 x W74 x H86 mm, Weight 227 gm
Media/Materials description
Ceramic
Signature/Marks
XII Commonwealth Games Australia 1982
MADE IN \ AUSTRALIA
MADE IN \ AUSTRALIA
History and use
This souvenir coffee mug was purchased as a memento of the 1982 XII Commonwealth Games by Hungarian immigrants, Mr and Mrs Szalai. The mug portrays the Games mascot 'Matilda', a simple but uniquely Australian element which won hearts and acclaim worldwide.
Associated person
Registration number
H49615