The Navy's Anchorage
HMAS Cerberus Medallion Challenge Coin
HMAS Cerberus Medallion Challenge Coin
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Established in September 1920, HMAS Cerberus is located near Crib Point on Hanns Inlet, Western Port Bay, 70km from Melbourne. As Navy's premier training establishment, around 6,000 personnel pass through annually. Over the last 13 years, four tri-service schools have extended its role to training Army and Air Force personnel alongside Navy, spanning disciplines from survivability and engineering to logistics, health, signals, and music.
Design & Significance
Design & Significance
- Bary-Wavy (Waves) — representing the sea and the ocean, symbolising Navy and naval forces.
- Rope Roundel — the encircling rope border represents a strong, unbreakable bond — a symbol of loyalty and security.
- Gold — representing wisdom, constancy, faithfulness, glory, and generosity, gold lends the badge its distinctive, striking finish
Coin Specifications
Coin Specifications
- Diameter: 48mm
- Thickness: 4mm
- Material: Zinc alloy with shiny gold plating
- Finish: Epoxy coating over raised metal detail
- Presentation: Supplied in a protective PVC pouch
Commemorate Navy's home of mine warfare with this finely detailed challenge coin, honouring the history, heraldry, and spirit of Navy. A distinctive keepsake for serving and former personnel, collectors, and anyone with a connection to Australia's naval warfare training heritage.