Exonumia Corporate Awards Appraisal

Karora Resources Commemorative Safety Milestone Challenge Coin

This item is a circular commemorative challenge coin or medallion presented in a black velvet-lined display box. The coin appears to be struck from a silvery-toned metal, likely polished nickel, silver-plating, or stainless steel, featuring a proof-like finish with contrasting frosted and mirrored surfaces. The center of the coin features the 'KARORA RESOURCES' corporate logo vertically oriented alongside a frosted geographical map outline, likely representing the Higginsville Gold Operations area in Western Australia. The outer rim is inscribed with the text 'HIGGINSVILLE GOLD OPERATIONS' and '2 YEARS NO LOST TIME INJURIES,' indicating it was a corporate award for industrial safety achievements. The craftsmanship shows high-relief striking with clear, legible sans-serif typography. The coin is seated in a custom-fit circular recess within a square black presentation case. Condition appears to be excellent or 'as new,' with no visible tarnishing, scratches, or edge dings, suggesting it has been kept in its protective housing since being issued. This piece likely dates to the early 2020s, coinciding with Karora Resources' operational milestones in the Australian mining sector.