2015 $1 Unlikely Heroes DD.43.Q.879 Blue Chequer Cock Coloured Uncirculated Coin

2015 $1 Unlikely Heroes DD.43.Q.879 Blue Chequer Cock Coloured Uncirculated CoinDD. 43. Q. 879 Blue Chequer Cock, a distinguished carrier pigeon during World War II, played a vital role in military communications. Serving with the Australian Army, this resilient bird carried crucial messages across enemy lines, ensuring the safe transmission of information. Awarded the prestigious Dickin Medal for bravery, Blue Chequer Cock symbolizes the critical contributions of carrier pigeons in wartime, highlighting their unwavering courage

Worldwide mintage of only 25

Limited mintage of 9

The coin portrays a koala climbing a tree with a dependent young ‘joey’ clinging to its back for security

this legal tender portrait is a celebration of The Queen’s constant

Affixed to the envelope are two official Australia Post $1 stamps depicting the CSIRO Parkes Radio telescope and an astronaut in front of the Moon

Each coin is presented in a Fender themed presentation box

Athena was regarded as the patron and protectress of various cities across Greece

this Chibi™ Coin features the legendary super soldier the Master Chief

Accompanied by their parents

Overall size: 118x88x35mm (4 5/8×3 1/2×1 3/”)

This resulted in a highly collectable piece of numismatic history which forms a fascinating link to the foundation of the Melbourne Mint

but his exact birth date is unknown