2015 20 cent 200th Anniversary of Sir Henry Parkes UNC World representing a cricket ball

representing a cricket ball

Australia’s first victory at sea during World War I was also the first engagement by a warship of the fledgling Royal Australian Navy

colourful cardboard pack and protected by a clear plastic sleeve

This set represents the annual release by the Royal Australian Mint of proof versions of Australia's circulating coins

2015 20 cent 200th Anniversary of Sir Henry Parkes UNC World representing a cricket ball2015 marks 200 years since the birth of the man who was arguably the most influential visionary in Australian history. As a fitting tribute to Sir Henry Parkes, this coin will be a patriotic keepsake for students, history buffs, political enthusiasts, coin collectors and passionate Australians. In the 200 years since Sir Henry Parkes birth, much has been said about the man whose tireless efforts gave us the nation of Australia as we know it today.