Australia's First Gold Rush 175th Anniversary 2026 1oz Silver Proof Gilded Coin holiday gift The First Order and Alliance

The First Order and Alliance crest are applied in relief

The back of the foil has a frosted finish and is adorned with the Star Wars™ logo in mirror finish

featuring the Queensland Christmas orchid (Calanthe triplicata)

Obverse features the effigy of King Charles III by Daniel Thorne

The government launched one of the most memorable public education campaigns in Australian history

Australia's First Gold Rush 175th Anniversary 2026 1oz Silver Proof Gilded Coin holiday gift The First Order and AllianceIn 1851, Edward Hargraves' discovery of gold at Ophir in New South Wales set off a rush that would reshape Australia forever driving mass migration, infrastructure growth, and laying the foundations of the nation's multicultural identity. This stunning proof coin marks 175 years since that landmark moment, combining 99. 99% pure silver with 24 carat gold gilding across the outer rim, map, shovel and pickaxe for a truly striking finish. The richly