2019 Proof Six-Coin Year Set - Moon Landing 50th Anniversary

2019 Proof Six-Coin Year Set - Moon Landing 50th Anniversary

Celebrate a worldwide milestone with a distinctly Australian tribute through the Royal Australian Mint's 2019 Proof Set. This collection honours the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and the vital role played by the Honeysuckle Creek tracking centre in the ACT during the 1969 live broadcast.

Key Features and Design

• Commemorative $1 Coin: Features a unique, one-year-only motif capturing two scientists at Honeysuckle Creek watching the transmission of Neil Armstrong's first steps.
• Heroic Silhouette: The $1 coin design includes the 26-metre antenna dish of the tracking centre rising in the background.
• Historic 5c Transformation: Includes a commemorative 5c coin for the very first time in an annual collector set.
• Lunar Surface Motif: The reverse of the 5c coin features a stunning depiction of the moon’s surface, complete with a footprint.
• Complete Proof Set: Comprises six Australian legal tender coins, all struck to the Mint’s prestigious proof quality.

Specifications

• Year: 2019
• Denominations: 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, and $2
• Finish: Proof
• Mintage: 16,573
• Special Inclusion: Two distinct commemorative coin designs ($1 and 5c)

Condition and Presentation

This set is a must-have for Australian coin collectors, showcasing an incredible attention to detail in both striking and presentation.

Condition Note:

• Proof Excellence: All six coins feature flawless proof strikes.
• Premium Housing: Beautifully presented in a stylish, plush-lined case accompanied by an official Certificate of Authenticity.
• Collector Quality: While the set is in excellent as-issued condition, minor shelf wear to the outer packaging may be present consistent with standard storage.