The Perth Mint has issued a new coin which celebrates the 100th Anniversary of the Australian Red Cross.
Established in 1914, nine days after the start of World War I, the Australian Red Cross has been woven into the fabric of Australian life. Founded on an enduring spirit of volunteerism, the organization strives to offer assistance without discrimination, and to alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found, regardless of nationality, race, religious beliefs, class, or political opinions.
The reverse design of the coin features an arrangement of black and white photographs, which represent the broad cross-section of society that the Australian Red Cross assists. The image of a World War I nurse also appears. The design incorporates the Australian Red Cross logo and the inscriptions “the power of humanity” and “100 Years People Helping People”.
On the obverse of the coin is the Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II with the precious metal weight and fineness of “1 oz 999 Silver”, the date of “2014”, and the legal tender denomination of “1 Dollar”.
Each coin is struck to proof quality in 99.9% pure silver with a weight of 31.135 grams and diameter of 40.60 mm. The coins come housed in a presentation case with themed shipper and numbered certificate of authenticity. The maximum mintage is 5,000 pieces.
For additional information or to place an order, please visit the Perth Mint product page.