2023 PNC - Peter Brock Bathurst Victories - 1972 Holden LJ Torana GTU XU-1

2023 Peter Brock Bathurst Victories Postal Numismatic Cover - 1972 Holden LJ Torana GTR XU-1 Enamelled Penny

Celebrate the rise of an Australian motorsport icon with this official 2023 Postal Numismatic Cover paying tribute to the "King of the Mountain," Peter Brock. This release commemorates Brock’s legendary breakthrough victory at Mount Panorama in 1972 behind the wheel of the iconic #28D Holden LJ Torana GTR XU-1.

Housed in an officially illustrated presentation envelope with historic race photography, this cover's centrepiece is a genuine classic pre-decimal bronze Australian penny, specially enamelled with a full-colour graphic of the 1972 Torana. Strictly limited to just 2,500 covers worldwide, it is an essential piece for Holden enthusiasts, V8 Supercar fans, and numismatic collectors.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2023
• Theme: Peter Brock Bathurst Victories – 1972 Holden LJ Torana GTR XU-1
• Format: Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC)
• Coin Base: Genuine Classic Australian Bronze Penny
• Coin Feature: Custom Full-Colour Enamelled Reverse
• Obverse Effigy: King George VI
• Stamp Denomination: Official Australia Post Stamp
• Postmark: Pictorial Cancellation (Bathurst, NSW – 7 February 2023)
• Mintage Limit: Strictly limited to 2,500 individually numbered covers
• Issuer: Australia Post

Design Details & Key Features

• Enamelled Classic Penny: Features a historic Australian bronze penny expertly enamelled on the reverse with a vivid, high-definition depiction of Brock's famous #28D Holden LJ Torana GTR XU-1.
• Breakthrough Motorsport Triumph: Honours Peter Brock's very first of nine record-breaking Bathurst 500/1000 wins, cementing the legendary "David vs. Goliath" victory of the nimble 6-cylinder Torana over the V8 Falcons in the rain.
• Official Philatelic Release: Includes a dedicated Australia Post stamp postmarked with a special Bathurst, NSW pictorial cancel, presented in a full-colour pictorial envelope detailing Brock's 1972 season statistics.

Condition and Presentation Note

• Uncirculated Quality: The enclosed enamelled penny remains in fresh, uncirculated condition inside its protective clear window display.
• Official Packaging: Housed in its original Australia Post full-colour presentation envelope complete with individual serial numbering.
• Packaging & Storage Wear: Presentation covers may exhibit minor shelf wear, subtle corner softening, or light surface handling marks consistent with postal storage and handling.