2016 50 cent The Battle of POZIERES The Western Front 1916-2016 carded coin Silver the celebrated art of Napier

the celebrated art of Napier Waller form the Australian War Memorial takes prides of place in colour on this collectible version of the newest circulation coin

Royal Family enthusiasts and memorabilia collectors

in a recruiting march effort to join the Australian Imperial Force (AIF)

Mintage 5000 each

On 12 October

2016 50 cent The Battle of POZIERES The Western Front 1916-2016 carded coin Silver the celebrated art of NapierAustralias main contribution to the battle of the Somme in mid 1916 was the capture of Pozires, a small village that commanded the high ground towards Thiepval. After falling to the Australians on 23 July, Pozires was reduced to rubble by a concentrated German bombardment as the fighting continued throughout August at nearby Mouquet Farm. In just six weeks the Australians had suffered a staggering 26,000 casualties. Charles Bean, the Australian