Centenary of of Royal Australian Corps of Signal $1 Aluminum Bronze 2025

The Centenary of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals $1 Aluminium Bronze 2025 is a special numismatic release commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Australian Corps of Signals. This unit has played a crucial role in the history of the Australian Armed Forces, significantly contributing to the development and evolution of military communication methods.

The coin is made of aluminium bronze, weighing 9 grams with a diameter of 25 mm. The mintage is limited to 50,000 pieces. This unique collector’s item is presented in its original display card. It is issued by the prestigious Royal Australian Mint. The coin is legal tender and is backed by the Australian government, ensuring its authenticity, metal purity, and official status.

Obverse features the portrait of King Charles III of the United Kingdom, along with the inscriptions "CHARLES III", "AUSTRALIA", the year of issue, and the face value. The obverse was designed by Daniel Thorne.

Reverse showcases the image of the god Mercury, symbolizing communication and speed, along with elements reflecting the evolution of signalling methods over the past century. Additionally, the reverse includes encoded messages in Morse code and binary code, highlighting the historical significance of military communications.