Australia 2012 Famous Battles Australian History Long Tan 1 Oz Silver Proof Coin
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:23162750 | Certification: Perth Mint |
Country Australia Year 2012 Face Value 1 Dollar Metal Silver Fineness .999 Weight 1 Oz (31.135g) Size 40.60 mm Thickness 4.00 mm Mintage 5, 000 pcs Finish Proof One of the heaviest actions of the Vietnam War occurred between the Australian Army and Viet Cong forces on 18 August 1966. The engagement occurred when part of the 1st Australian Task Force (D Company) encountered the Viet Cong and local forces... in a rubber plantation, near the village of Long Tan. Long Tan was a decisive Australian victory and is often cited as an example of the importance of combining infantry, artillery, armour and military aviation in a coordinated attack. The coin is struck by The Perth Mint from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in proof quality. REVERSEThe coin’s reverse depicts an Australian soldier wearing Vietnam War jungle kit. The background incorporates a printed historical image of soldiers at Long Tan, and the inscription LONG TAN 1966. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark is also incorporated into the design. OBVERSEIssued as legal tender under the Australian Currency Act 1965, the coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination. PACKAGINGThe coin is issued with a specially designed numbered Certificate of Authenticity which features photographs and a history of the campaign. The coin is presented in a prestigious display case and themed shipper. Last coin in the series! Low mintage - limited to only 5, 000 pieces Comes with capsule, certificate of authenticity and the presentation case
