2015 Australia at War. El Alamein 50 Cent Uncirculated in Card
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| Coin Type: | 50c |
| Grade: | Uncirculated |
| Year: | 2015 |
| Mint: | Royal Australian Mint |
| Mintage: | 50,000 |
| Metal: | Copper Nickel |
| Diameter (approx): | 31.51mm |
| Mass (approx): | 15.55g |
| Obverse: | Queen Elizabeth II (Ian Rank-Broadley) |
| Reverse: | Soldiers in Action (L. Ashe) |
In the early stages of the Second World War, Australian and Allied forces faced an uphill battle against the German and Italian Axis forces. From their North African base, Axis forces sought to seize control of the Suez Canal and the oilfields of the Middle East.
In 1942, the Allies’ fortunes began to change due to two significant actions in the Egyptian town of El Alamein. In July, the Allies prevented Axis troops from advancing on to Alexandria despite facing a heavy offensive. From late October until early November, Australian and Allied forces courageously broke the German and Italian lines, forcing their retreat.
Reverse design depicts soldiers in action among barbed-wire obstacles, a fitting tribute to the bravery of Australian soldiers in this pivotal action of the Second
World War. Produced in collaboration with the Australian War Memorial.
Part of the Australia at War series, which features 18 coins that reflect the nation’s pride in our brave servicemen and women.
*Stock images courtesy of the Royal Australian Mint.
