![]() Nominations for the award were invited from societies and clubs throughout Australia each year, and were collated by State representatives on an Award Committee. Designed by renowned medallist Michael Meszaros, the reverse of the medal shows a hand holding an Israeli coin with a menorah and Hebrew inscription, illustrating Paul Simon's love of his people and his religion. The award was established to recognise outstanding contributions to numismatic societies and clubs. ![]() The Paul Simon Memorial Award was established in 1977 by Mrs Jessica Simon of Ballarat in memory of her late husband, a keen numismatist. Designed by Michael Meszaros in 1976 and minted by the Paris Mint. 16 Mint Monnaie de Paris, Pessac, France (1973-date)īronze medal commissioned by the Numismatic Association of Victoria, inscribed H.Park. On left of medal image is inscribed ISRAEL. On the image of a medal is a menorah (seven -branched candlestick] with Hebrew letters beneath and laurel wreath either side. Beneath head, MICHAEL MESZAROS 1976 / Around: PAUL SIMON MEMORIAL AWARD
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