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Coin to recognise Indigenous military service released by Royal Australian Mint
The Royal Australian Mint has launched a new coin to commemorate Indigenous Australians who have served in the military.
The $2 coin, emblazoned with artwork from Kalkadoon woman and artist Chern’ee Sutton, is designed to “tell the story” of Indigenous soldiers who serve, and have served, in the Australian Defence Force.
The coin — an Australian-first — was unveiled on Tuesday morning and will enter formal circulation next month ahead of Anzac Day.
Ms Sutton said creating the artwork behind the design was a “huge honour”.
“I am so proud to have designed the artwork which recognises my brothers and sisters who bravely fought in every conflict Australia has been involved in,” she said.
“[They] have served Australia since before…
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