The 2017 "Star of Gallantry" 20-cent coin is an uncirculated Australian coin produced by the Royal Australian Mint as part of the 14-coin "Legends of the ANZACs" Medals of Honour series. It features a 7-pointed star military decoration on the reverse and Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, celebrating the prestigious award for acts of heroism.
Key Features & Specifications
Design: The reverse depicts the Star of Gallantry, the second-highest Australian gallantry award for actions in peril, which has been awarded 7 times since 1991.
Composition: Copper-Nickel (75%) Copper - (25%) Nickel).
Weight & Size: 11.3 grams, with a diameter of 28.52 mm.
Face Value: 20 cents (Australian).
Mint: Royal Australian Mint.
Packaging: Often found carded individually or as part of the 14-coin folder set released via News Corp Australia.
Obverse: Ian Rank-Broadley effigy of Queen Elizabeth II.
The 2017 Star of Gallantry 20-cent coin is a strong choice for collectors of Australian military history, commemorating the second-highest award for bravery. Released as part of the "Legends of the Anzacs: Medals of Honour" collection, it honors, in particular, acts of great heroism. It is valued for its thematic significance, limited production (approx. 241,744 mintage), and connection to Australia's military heritage.
