1 Dollar In the name of Elizabeth II; 6th Portrait - Lest We Forget - Vietnam War
2023 year| Aluminium bronze | 13.5 g | 30.7 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| King | Charles III (2022-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2023 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.69 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 13.5 g |
| Diameter | 30.7 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#358503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
A stylised torch and an eternal flame, a symbol of gratitude and remembrance. It is encircled by images of poppies, the commemorative flower of remembrance.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25TH APRIL
WR P
LEST WE FORGET
Designer: Wade Robinson
Edge
Reeded
Comment
An honoured and sacred institution, Anzac Day falls on 25 April each year, the day Australian and New Zealand troops landed on the Gallipoli peninsula in 1915. Since 1916, it has been dedicated to commemorative activities honouring the courage and sacrifice of the first ANZACs during World War I and all succeeding Defence Force personnel who have served in times of war and other operations. This year Vietnam Veterans are honoured. This coin is a continuation of the "Lest We Forget" series of coins issued by the Perth Mint and is the 15th one issued.
The release is mounted on a dark red card featuring a gold coloured emblem mirroring the flaming torch symbol on the coin. The card also features a watermark comprising the words ‘Lest We Forget’ and stylised laurel, a symbol of victory.
