1 oz 2025 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II: Winged Victory Proof Gold Coin | Perth Mint

Part of a prestigious series commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in 2025, this outstanding 1oz gold coin represents a remarkable tribute to those who fought for peace.

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COIN HIGHLIGHTS

• Proof quality 99.99% pure gold
• End of WWII 80th anniversary design
• Australian legal tender

WINGED VICTORY

In Greek mythology, Nike was invited to live on Mount Olympus by Zeus, the king of the gods, as a reward for becoming his charioteer during the Titan War. Guiding Zeus’s horses through the battlefields, she is said to have bestowed fame and glory in the form of laurel wreaths on his victorious army.

In 2025, The Perth Mint commemorates the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. This pivotal event in global history is honoured every year on VP (Victory in the Pacific) Day held on 15 August. The day serves as a powerful reminder of Japan’s acceptance of the allied demand for unconditional surrender on 14 August 1945.

ANNIVERSARY COIN DESIGN

The coin 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. As well as the inscription '80 YEARS END OF WWII 2025', the reverse also incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

PRESENTATION PACKAGING

Accompanied by a numbered certificate of authenticity, the coin is presented in a classic black wooden display case, packaged within a themed shipper.

ABOUT THE PERTH MINT

The Perth Mint opened in 1899 as the British Royal Mint's 3rd branch in Australia. The historical Hay Street location handled gold refining until moving to a modern facility in April 1990. Ownership of the mint was transferred to the Government of Western Australia in July of 1970. Under an agreement with the Commonwealth Treasury, they were empowered to mint and market gold, silver, and platinum as Australian legal tender to investors and collectors worldwide. Today, they are amongst the elite world mints whose pure gold, silver, and platinum items are trusted without question. Items such as the Australian Nugget, Silver Coin Series (Kangaroo, Kookaburra, Koala, and Platypus to name a few), as well as the Australian Lunar Gold and Silver Coin Series are extensively sought after by bullion investors worldwide.