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Item: Perth Mint 2011 Famous Battles in Australian History Series - Gallipoli 1oz Silver Proof Coin

Issue Mint: The Perth Mint

Legal Tender: Australian $1

Mintage: 5,000

Material: 1 Troy oz 99.9% Silver

Condition: Brand New in original issue condition. The coin is presented in a prestigious display case with a specially illustrated shipper andaccompanied by a Numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Issue Price: $105.00

Release Date: April 2011

Theme Background

The first release in this outstanding series honours the Australian diggers of the First World War.

The Gallipoli or Dardanelles Campaign took place in the Ottoman Empire between April 1915 and January 1916. The operations consisted of a joint British and French mission to capture the
capital of Istanbul and secure a sea route to Russia.

On 25 April, at approximately 4.15am on a still spring night, with the sea mist rising, members of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) landed at Gallipoli together with troops from New Zealand, Britain, and France. It was shortly after this landing that the high command realised that the men had disembarked in the wrong position. Instead of facing the friendly topography south of Anzac Cove, they faced the precipitous area of the north.

Inhospitable terrain, miserable conditions and horrendous casualties were characteristic of the campaign, which ended with the withdrawal of allied troops. For the Turkish people, Gallipoli was a defining moment in their history. Likewise, the Gallipoli campaign resonated profoundly among Australians. The campaign marked the first major battle undertaken by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) and is considered a landmark in the development of the Australian identity.

Anzac Day, April 25, remains a deeply significant commemoration, honouring the military service, suffering and sacrifice of those involved.

Forthcoming Releases

• Tobruk
• Kokoda
• Kapyong
• Long Tan

Design

The coin’s reverse depicts an Australian soldier, or ‘digger’, wearing First World War military issue. The background incorporates a printed historical image of Anzac Cove and the inscription GALLIPOLI 1915. The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark is also incorporated into the design.

The coin’s obverse depicts the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the monetary denomination.

Technical Specifications