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About This Piece & Historical Context:
This elegant, semi-circular lapel pin is an official, exclusive commemorative souvenir from the Grand Circle Travel (GCT) luxury tour registry. Celebrating the multi-destination “Australia, New Zealand & Fiji Escorted Tour,” this piece was awarded directly to travelers who completed the iconic itinerary through the South Pacific.
The front of the pin showcases a beautifully detailed, stylized layout. A textured gray Koala is perched in the foreground against a striking geometric outback sunburst pattern in gold, bronze, and cream enamel hues. The top border is framed by a rich blue sky reading “Escorted Tour: Australia, New Zealand & Fiji,” while the lower base features a prominent gold-tone bar anchored by the classic circular red and white Grand Circle Travel logo badge. It serves as a perfect replacement piece or milestone memento for South Pacific travelers, cruise line collectors, and vintage vacation ephemera hobbyists.
Design & Material Composition:
- Motif: Australian Outback Landscape & Koala Wildlife
- Dimensions: 1 1/4” wide by 1 1/4” tall
- Finish: Polished gold-tone base with vibrant, pristine cloisonné-style enamel fill
- Backing: Textured reverse side featuring a raised “China” country-of-origin stamp and a single post equipped with its original secure metal butterfly clutch
Condition Report:
This pin is in pristine, near-mint vintage condition. The front enamel surface is entirely flawless, preserving a beautiful high-gloss sheen with no chipping, cracking, or color degradation. All raised gold-tone borders and text elements are perfectly crisp and mirror-reflective. The reverse side is exceptionally clean and free from any metal oxidation or pitting, with the butterfly clutch clamping firmly onto the rear post with excellent tension.
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