We are pleased to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with this specially crafted Winged Victory 2025 Base Metal Coin.

In Greek mythology, Nice is the goddess who personifies victory in any field including athletics competition and war. Since classical times, she is often portrayed in Greek art as "Winged Victory". In Australia, she was the inspiration for Gilbert Doble’s Winged Victory, created for the top of the Marrickville Soldiers’ Memorial unveiled in Sydney after World War I. Having suffered considerably from the elements, the elegant copper statue was restored and permanently transferred to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra in 2013 as an object of national significance.

The coin’s reverse presents a powerful portrayal of Nike as Winged Victory. Her muscular figure, symbolising strength, stands with ethereal, feathered wings spread out in full glory. She clutches a sword in her right hand, as a gesture of respect, and a palm wreath in her left, signifying her role as the messenger of victory.

• Philatelic Numismatic Cover (PNC)
• One Dollar ($1)
• Mintage 7500