2022 $1 90th Anniversary of the ABC 1/2oz Fine Silver Proof Coin

2022 $1 90th Anniversary of the ABC 1/2oz Fine Silver Proof CoinFor nine decades the ABC, Australia's national broadcaster, has told the Australian story through a myriad of platforms and media.The Royal Australian Mint joins in celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the ABC with this striking commemorative coin design available as both a 2022 $1 Fine Silver Proof coin and a 2022 20c Uncirculated Coin.The Australian Broadcasting Commission (ABC) was officially launched on 1 July 1932 and has since become a much loved touchstone of Australia's social and cultural fabric. Starting as a single radio service, 'Aunty' has grown into a multi-platform media operation and a public broadcaster of international renown. The ABC Charter, set down by Parliament, requires the ABC to provide informative, entertaining and educational services that reflect the breadth of our nation.Over the decades, the ABC has created some of the most iconic Australian content and truly become the voice of the nation. Everything from Play School and Bluey, 4 Corners and This Day Tonight, to Count Down and reflected what it is to be Australian.As a fellow teller of Australian stories, the Royal Australian Mint is proud to help the ABC celebrate 90 years. Happy Birthday Aunty!The coin's reverse features the iconic ABC lissajous logo surrounded by more than forty characters, titles and pictograms symbolising the diverse and expansive facets of Australia's national broadcaster.Each coin's obverse features the Queen Elizabeth II effigy sculpted by Jody Clark.Issued as Australian Legal Tender.Packaged in a full colour presentation shipperDenomination :  20cQuality :            ProofMetal :              99.9% Pure SilverWeight :            1/2 ozDiameter :         28.52 mmMintage :           5,000Certificate of Authenticity : Royal Australian Mint Certificate of Authenticity.