The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin
Siege of Tobruk Golden Proof Coin
Fully layered with pure 24-carat gold, commemorates the courage and sacrifice of soldiers who were besieged in the city of Tobruk. Only 599 will be minted.
P&H: $19.99
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At the very heart of the Anzac legend is a tenacity of spirit that propels our service men and women to extraordinary feats of heroism. One of the most inspiring examples of this occurred during 1942 when 14,000 Australian soldiers were besieged in the city of Tobruk in Libya. They not only battled the fearsome might of Field Marshal Rommel’s Panza tank divisions, they also endured the desert elements of heat and cold for over five arduous months. And they triumphed, when Rommel thought he would be victorious. Dubbed the Rats of Tobruk, their courage was not to be underestimated for it was forged in the Anzac spirit. As those so-called Rats became heroes in a war-weary world, a glorious new chapter in the Anzac story was written. Witness one of the greatest victories in military history with the ‘The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin’, available exclusively from The Bradford Exchange.
The smiling face of Private Patrick McKenna has become the most famous symbol of the Siege of Tobruk. As one of those “Rats,” he endured Rommel, the desert and the constant threat of death. And yet his face reveals the true courage of the Anzac. The various Allied campaigns which took place during the siege encircle the coin design, which is anchored by Australian Commander Lt. General Leslie Morshead’s rousing challenge to Rommel: “We’re not here to take it, we’re here to give it.” Minted to Proof standards, the highest possible quality, it is entirely layered with pure 24-carat gold. The technical complexities of striking at such a large diameter ensures that the worldwide mintage has been set remarkably low, at just 599. Impressively sized at 65mm in diameter and weighing 110 grams. You will receive an informative numbered Certificate of Authenticity and a prestigious case included at no additional cost. Strong demand is expected, so don’t miss out! Order yours today!
The Bradford Exchange Australia proudly supports the Defence Force Welfare Association whose aim is to promote and protect the conditions and well-being of the Defence Family that embraces over three million people.
Features
This exclusive ‘The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin’ from The Bradford Exchange features:
- Introducing the ‘The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin’, a brand new exclusive coin from The Bradford Exchange
- EVENT– Recognising the heroism and courage of those who were besieged in the city of Tobruk
- LIMITED EDITION – Limited to 599 issues worldwide
- HIGH SPECIFICATION – Intended as a collectors' item, these commemorative coins are fully layered with pure 24-carat gold with full coloured images
- INCREDIBLE DETAIL – The various Allied campaigns which took place during the siege encircle the coin design, which is anchored by Australian Commander Lt. General Leslie Morshead’s rousing challenge to Rommel: “We’re not here to take it, we’re here to give it.”
- AUTHENTICATION – An informative Certificate of Authenticity is yours FREE with a luxury presentation case
- MEASUREMENTS – This coin measures 65 mm in diameter
- The Bradford Exchange Australia proudly supports the Defence Force Welfare Association whose aim is to promote and protect the conditions and well-being of the Defence Family that embraces over three million people.
Features
This exclusive ‘The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin’ from The Bradford Exchange features:
- Introducing the ‘The Siege of Tobruk 80th Anniversary Golden Proof Coin’, a brand new exclusive coin from The Bradford Exchange
- EVENT– Recognising the heroism and courage of those who were besieged in the city of Tobruk
- LIMITED EDITION – Limited to 599 issues worldwide
- HIGH SPECIFICATION – Intended as a collectors' item, these commemorative coins are fully layered with pure 24-carat gold with full coloured images
- INCREDIBLE DETAIL – The various Allied campaigns which took place during the siege encircle the coin design, which is anchored by Australian Commander Lt. General Leslie Morshead’s rousing challenge to Rommel: “We’re not here to take it, we’re here to give it.”
- AUTHENTICATION – An informative Certificate of Authenticity is yours FREE with a luxury presentation case
- MEASUREMENTS – This coin measures 65 mm in diameter
- The Bradford Exchange Australia proudly supports the Defence Force Welfare Association whose aim is to promote and protect the conditions and well-being of the Defence Family that embraces over three million people.
