A leading Australian coin expert reveals how a new $2 coin has skyrocketed in value, just 10 days after it was released. A newly-released $2 coin — just 10 days old — could be worth as much as $1200 for one reason only. Two coins were released recently to commemorate 50 years since Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War.
How much is a $2 Vietnam War coin worth?
(Source: Royal Australian Mint) A new $2 coin commemorating the end of the Vietnam War has skyrocketed in value and is now selling for up to $1,200 online. The Royal Australian Mint released two $2 coins earlier this month to commemorate 50 years since the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War.
Why did Australia release two $2 coins?
The Royal Australian Mint released two $2 coins earlier this month to commemorate 50 years since the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War. The first coin was an uncirculated $2 C Mintmark gold coin, with a retail price of $15 and a mintage of 80,000.