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 powerful tribute to the 50th anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe, which included the Battle of Nui Le—the last major enemy engagement by Australian troops in Vietnam. This coin is a significant and sought-after piece of military history, honouring the courage, sacrifice, and the final Australians to die in combat during the Vietnam War.

Key Features and Specifications

• Commemoration: Marks the 50th Anniversary of Operation Ivanhoe and the Battle of Nui Le (September 1971), the final major engagement of Australian troops in Vietnam.
• Unique Design: The reverse features a dynamic scene of Australian soldiers embarking on an Iroquois helicopter, with napalm and a U.S. F4 Phantom exploding in the background.
• Composition: Cupro-nickel (Cu/Ni).
• Mintage: A strictly limited mintage of only 27,000, making this a very low mintage and highly collectible coin.
• Obverse Design: Proudly showcases the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Jody Clark.
• Quality: Struck to Uncirculated standard.
• Legal Tender: Australian legal tender.