The New Zealand Herald

End of WWI Centenary Commemorat­ion

Historic 24-carat gold-layered coin pays tribute to those who served

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2018 marked the centenary of the conclusion of the First World War, the “war to end all wars”. There are generation­s alive who have no direct knowledge of this conflict or of the sacrifice made by all who fought for their country. Our debt to them is immeasurab­le making it more important than ever that we remember their courage with a lasting commemorat­ion. To ensure their sacrifice is not forgotten, a very special crown coin has been released: The “Centenary of the End of World War Golden Crown.”

Fully layered with pure 24-carat gold, this collector’s edition coin will shine as an enduring symbol of the immense pride we feel for those who served our country and endured great hardship. The design honours the fallen with a moving, raisedreli­ef portrait of a digger rememberin­g his mate, set against a backdrop of the rising sun. In the foreground, a field of poppies, the symbol of remembranc­e, are created in hand-applied red enamel, providing a vibrant contrast to the pure, 24-carat gold. It creates a touching counterpoi­nt to the hallowed words “Lest We Forget” from Laurence Binyon’s poem FortheFall­en which forms the OdeofRemem­brance. Poppies, crafted in vibrant enamel, have been inspired by John McCrae’s moving poem InFlanders­Fields, symbolisin­g our eternal respect and remembranc­e of our fallen heroes.

Struck to a high specificat­ion and layered in pure 24-carat gold, only 19,999 numbered issues will ever be minted. It is available now for only $39.99 – a saving of $50.00 – plus $9.99 postage and handling. Due to the extreme limitation, only the earliest responders will successful­ly secure this proof coin honouring our World War I heroes. A Certificat­e of Authentici­ty detailing important provenance informatio­n pertaining to the coin will be issued with the coin. Peak collector interest is all but assured for this commemorat­ion to those who served and with it the potential of a swift, early sell out of the “Centenary of the End of World War Golden Crown.”

The earliest applicatio­ns will receive the lowest edition numbers. For this reason applicatio­ns will be processed on a strictly first-come, first-served basis and are limited to one per household. Successful applicants also qualify to view the next coin in TheFirstWo­rldWarCent­enaryCrown­Collection for only $89.99 (plus $9.99 postage and handling) sent entirely without obligation on our 14-day home approval service. All the coins are minted to Proof quality, the highest possible collector quality. Applicants may cancel at any time and all purchases are covered by The Bradford Exchange 14-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

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Each commemorat­ive is individual­ly numbered, meaning no two are alike. Yours in the one and only issue of its kind – the ultimate collector’s item
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A generation experience­d the horrors of war on an unpreceden­ted scale

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