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Tony Shields has been a stamp and coin dealer since 1970. Every day he handles wonderful pieces of history and art which he researches and loves.  Since childhood, he has been fascinated by the stories of Scott and Mawson in the Antarctic and has sought stamps and other items depicting the experiences of these incredible explorers. Come and share Tony’s enthusiasm and knowledge of collectables from the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration, 1820-1921.

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This event is part of the 2024 Rare Book Week program together with the RHSV’s event, IN SEARCH OF THE LAST CONTINENT: MELBOURNE AND EARLY ANTARCTIC EXPLORATION with Andrew McConville Both events are held on Tuesday 23 July, back to back, with morning tea served between the two events from 12 noon to 12:30pm.

Both events are ‘in person’ only – there is no Zoom presentation available.

Audience members are more than welcome to bring lunch and drinks into the gallery whilst attending these events.