2021 50c Coin - 50th Anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe - The Battle of Nui Le

2021 50c Coin - 50th Anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe - The Battle of Nui Le

This commemorative coin pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe, the last major enemy engagement by Australian troops in Vietnam.

Key Features

• Year & Denomination: 2021 50c coin.
• Mintage: A strictly limited mintage of only 27,000.
• Composition: Cupro-nickel.
• Reverse Design: Features a dynamic scene of Australian soldiers embarking on an Iroquois helicopter, with napalm and a U.S. F4 Phantom exploding in the background.
• Obverse Design: Proudly showcases the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.

About this Coin

Commemorating the last major enemy engagement by Australian troops in Vietnam, this coin is a powerful tribute to the courage and sacrifice of the soldiers at the Battle of Nui Le. With a very low mintage, this coin is a significant and sought-after piece of military history, honouring the final Australians to die in combat during the Vietnam War.