2020 $1 Qantas Centenary 1/2oz Silver Proof Coin

2020 $1 Qantas Centenary 1/2oz Silver Proof CoinThis stunning 2020 1/2oz Fine Silver Proof Coin has been created in celebration of the centenary of Qantas - Australia's own 'Flying Kangaroo'. Qantas staff past and present, aviation enthusiasts and coin collectors will all treasure this memento of our pioneering air service.The story of Qantas is a story of connection. From a tiny company of two aircraft and three staff, it started by allowing graziers to connect across some of Australia's most difficult terrain. Through its connections with the Royal Flying Doctors, Qantas helped to bring medical air to Australians in remote areas. During the Second World War, it maintained air contact with the United Kingdom and its technology and staff carried out vital air services.The post-war history of Qantas runs parallel to Australia's history of expansion and connection with the rest of the world. Thanks to Qantas travel to and from Australia became a possibility for the wider population.Today Qantas connects Australians with each other and the world, both physically through its flight services, and also through the history that it shared with the developing nation.The coin's reverse features the 'Spirit of Australia' with the iconic Flying Kangaroo and a stylised Boeing Dreamliner flying over the 100 to signify Qantas's centenary.The coin's obverse features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II designed by Jody Clark.Each coin is issued as Australia legal tender.A strictly limited mintage of just 7,500 coins.Each coin is packaged in a high quality case, accompanied with a numbered certificate of authenticity.Denomination :  $1Quality :            ProofMetal :              99.9% Pure SilverWeight :            1/2ozDiameter :         28.52 mmMintage :           7,500Certificate of Authenticity : Royal Australian Mint