1888 Melbourne Cup
Thursday, 24 March 2011 to Tuesday, 31 May 2011
Elkington & Co. The 1888 Melbourne Cup 1887 maker's mark of Frederick Elkington silver, electroplated metal engraved: 'Won by DS Wallace's BC Mentor, ridden by Michael O'Brien, trained by WS Hickenbotham' National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
View one of Australia's most precious sporting trophies, the 1888 Melbourne Cup visiting the Gladstone region as part of a national tour.
A National Gallery of Australia touring opportunity with thanks to Jim and Elaine Wolfensohn.
