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Remembering 70 years since the start of Japanese air raid attacks on Australia at the beginning of World War II uncirculated 3 coin set (50c and two 20c) released by the Royal Australian Mint. It was not available to purchase separately. Coins have been minted for the collector market (NCLT) and have not been issued into circulation.
It was 19th February 1942 that Darwin first came under attack from the Japanese bombers destroying parts of the town, harbour, military and civil aerodromes, a hospital and the air force base. These attacks continued until November 1943 and by then Australia had been targeted over 100 times.
Obverse
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Fourth crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara. ELIZABETH II AUSTRALIA 2012 |
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Reverse
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Depicts a map of Australia illustrating the major points of attack on Australian shores. 1942 |
Edge |
50 Cents
4th portrait
KM# 1744
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Cupronickel |
Weight | 15.55 g |
Diameter | 31.5 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | polygon |
Sides | 12 |
Alignment | Medal |
Mint |
Royal Australian Mint (RAM)
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