2001 $1 Coin - Centenary of Army 'C' Mintmark

2001 $1 Centenary of the Australian Army – 'C' Mintmark

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Australian Army with this commemorative $1 coin. Formed in 1901 through the amalgamation of the colonial military forces following Federation, the Australian Army has a storied history of service, sacrifice, and resilience. This coin, struck at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra, serves as a powerful tribute to a century of dedication to the nation.

The reverse features the Rising Sun, the iconic emblem that has been worn with pride by generations of Australian soldiers.

Key Features and Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2001
• Theme: Centenary of the Australian Army (1901–2001)
• Mintmark: 'C' (Canberra) – Struck at the Royal Australian Mint.
• Reverse Design: Features the official Rising Sun emblem, representing the strength and spirit of the Australian Army.
• Obverse Design: Features the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
• Mintage: Limited to 125,186 coins.
• Composition: Aluminium Bronze
• Legal Tender: Official Australian $1 coin.

Condition and Presentation

The coin is presented in its original Royal Australian Mint collector card, which provides historical context regarding the Army's formation and service.

Condition Note:

• Uncirculated Quality: The coin is in pristine uncirculated condition, exhibiting sharp design detail and original strike quality.
• Toning: As is characteristic of aluminium-bronze coins from this era, some natural toning or minor spotting may be present due to the original packaging materials and age.
• Packaging: The official presentation card is clean; however, please note that the cards are in their folded format as originally issued.
• Preservation: To ensure the highest level of long-term protection, some coins may be transferred to archival-quality Mylar coin flips if the original card housing has become compromised over time.
• Shelf Wear: The card may show minor signs of wear consistent with storage and the age of this 2001 release.