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ABC Bullion

ABC Bullion, the Proud Manufacturer of the Lexus Melbourne Cup

2018 Lexus Melbourne Cup

ABC Bullion is the official manufacturer of the Lexus Melbourne Cup.

Since ABC Bullion commenced production, the Melbourne Cup has been produced using gold that has been mined, refined, and crafted wholly in Australia for the first time in its 150-year history.

Valued at over $200,000, the trophy contains 44 pieces that are hand spun over a 250-hour production process.

The appointment followed a competitive tender process with Pallion subsidiary ABC Bullion selected as the most outstanding applicant for the prestigious five year contract.

“The Lexus Melbourne Cup is the most legendary and beloved trophy in Australian racing and an international icon. As an Australian company with a rich heritage in locally sourced and produced precious metals, we’re elated to partner with the VRC for this special event on the international racing calendar.

“We look forward to using our technical expertise in precious metal to produce truly beautiful Melbourne Cups. It is a true international treasure that we are very proud to now hold within our production portfolio,” added Mr Cochineas.

VRC Chief Executive Simon Love said “Pallion and ABC Bullion had a vision to partner with Australia’s premier racing brand and presented an exciting commercial proposition to the VRC. We are looking forward to working with ABC Bullion moving forward.”.

This year’s Melbourne Cup trophy is especially significant because it represents the 100 year anniversary of the ‘Loving Cup’ design. Each of the three handles represents the owner, trainer, and jockey - and this design has remained the same for an entire century. 

The gold in this year’s trophy has come from Evolution Mining’s Mt Carlton gold mine in North Queensland, and the trophy's timber base is hand turned from Australian Jarrah.