2023 PNC - Peter Brock Bathurst Victories - 1979 Holden LX Torana SS A9X

2023 Peter Brock Bathurst Victories Postal Numismatic Cover - 1979 Holden LX Torana SS A9X Enamelled Penny

Capture an exclusive piece of Australian motorsport history with this official 2023 Postal Numismatic Cover celebrating the "King of the Mountain," Peter Brock. Released as Issue 5 of 2023, this limited-edition release is a unique tribute to Brock's record-smashing victory alongside Jim Richards at the 1979 Bathurst 1000—a race where they led every single lap and won by a staggering six-lap margin.

The centrepiece of this cover is a genuine classic bronze Australian penny, gold-plated and specially enamelled on the reverse to feature the iconic #05 1979 Holden LX Torana SS A9X Hatchback. Retaining the classic King George VI effigy on the obverse and strictly limited to just 2,500 covers worldwide, it is an essential piece for racing memorabilia enthusiasts, Holden fans, and philatelic collectors alike.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2023 (Issue 5)
• Theme: Peter Brock Bathurst Victories – 1979 Holden LX Torana SS A9X
• Format: Postal Numismatic Cover (PNC)
• Coin Base: Genuine Classic Australian Bronze Penny
• Coin Feature: Gold-Plated with Custom Full-Colour Enamelled Reverse
• Obverse Effigy: King George VI
• Stamp Denomination: Official Australia Post Stamps (2 x $1.10 Brock Stamps)
• 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 an authentic Australian pre-decimal bronze penny finished in gold plating and expertly enamelled on the reverse with a vivid, high-definition depiction of the famous #05 1979 Holden LX Torana SS A9X Hatchback.
• Record-Breaking Motorsport Victory: Honours Peter Brock's most dominant Mount Panorama performance, where he capped off a flawless, lap-leading race by setting a new lap record on the final lap.
• Official Philatelic Release: Features a pair of dedicated Australia Post stamps from the Brock 50 Years collection, postmarked with an official Bathurst, NSW pictorial cancellation mark dated 7 February 2023.

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.