Tuvalu 2012 50c Forever Love Koala 1/2oz Silver Coloured Proof Coin Silver - 1oz Proof/Antiqued The medallion's gilded reverse features

The medallion's gilded reverse features a representation of Lakshmi sitting on a lotus flower

which represents Australia’s reliance on primary industry throughout its economic history

who offers sweets as a symbol of generosity

most notably Peace Day

symbolising the triumph of light over dark and good over evil

Tuvalu 2012 50c Forever Love Koala 1/2oz Silver Coloured Proof Coin Silver - 1oz Proof/Antiqued The medallion's gilded reverse featuresThe koala is perhaps Australia's most beloved and iconic animal. The cuddly koala 'bear' is not really a bear at all, but a marsupial. Protected by law, the koala inhabits Eucalyptus trees and feeds solely on a diet of its leaves, the oil from which, like love itself, is renowned for its healing and warming properties. Symbolic of pure love in the natural environment, koalas represent companionship and true affection. The coin's reverse depicts a