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PQ075

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Object ID

PQ075

Type

Plaque

Rights Holder

CIC

Provenance

Zimbabwe Rugby Union

Season

1978-1979

Description

Stained wood commemorative plaque with Zimbabwe Rugby 'Lion' motif on a green shield. Above is "Zimbabewe Rugby Football Union" in green on a gold scroll. Beneath is "19 Swansea 92" engraved on a gold scroll. Dimensions: h9 1/2" x w7" ( h24cm x w17.5cm).

Info

The plaque of the Zimbabwe Ruby Union (est: 1890 and 1979). The Rhodesian Rugby Union had existed since 1890. When the nation became Zimbabwe the union was renamed and the Zimbabwe Rugby Union dates from then. The modern emblem is a Sable, which is also the soubrique of the national team. This specially commissioned plaque was presented to Swansea RFC on their tour to Zimbabwe in May 1982. Four matches were played including two against the national team (One win for Swansea and a draw).

Keywords

Zimbabwe Rugby Union, 1982

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