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This beautiful collection features images from the painting The Spirit - Gallipoli Landing 1915 by the renowned military artist David Rowlands. The painting was commissioned by Military Shop and the painting was completed in late 2011.

David Rowlands is one of the world's finest living military artists. His atmospheric oil paintings present a realistic record of the dramatic events of war and have won him Royal favour and commissions from military organisations around the world.
We would like to thank The Australian Army History Unit for their tireless effort in assisting the artist with the historical content.

What the critics say
This painting is the most accurate depiction to date of the dawn landing at Anzac Cove on 25th April 1915. It captures the essence of the action some thirty minutes after the initial landing and strips away the myth associated with this iconic action in Australian military history. Clearly, the artist has researched the subject meticulously, down to the details of the uniforms, headdress and equipment worn that day, the terrain, the shipping offshore, and the light casualties sustained by the Australians around the cove at the beginning of the action. Brigadier Chris Roberts AM, CSC (Rtd)

To learn more about Brigadier Chris Roberts AM, CSC (Rtd) click here
For a detailed description of the artwork click here
To read the artists notes click here

Engaging the Community
Radio stations and newspapers across Australia joined us this year running Sands of Gallipoli competions. Click here to see some of the lucky winners

Products are available from participating Australia Post outlets, leading coin dealers or online.


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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Key Ring
High quality metal key ring with photo quality artwork from internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands painting, The Gallipoli Landing. The reverse of the key ring features the Rising Sun Hat Badge. Gift packed in a blister information display card, designed for pegboard or swing stand displaying.$9.99.
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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Medallion
High quality medallion with photo quality artwork from internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands painting, The Gallipoli Landing. The reverse of the medallion features the Rising Sun Hat Badge. Gift packed in a blister information display card, designed for pegboard or swing stand displaying. $14.99.
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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Pen
High quality metal pen with photo quality artwork from internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands painting, The Gallipoli Landing. Gift packed in a blister information display card, designed for pegboard or swing stand displaying. $19.99.
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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Figurine
This Limited Edition (5,000) cold cast bronze figurine is a tangible representation of the ANZAC Spirit. A Gallipoli Digger capture in motion, as he lands at ANZAC Cove. The figurine is 240mm high and features a glass vial of authentic Gallipoli sand set into the base. Each figurine comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Individually gift packed in a cardboard box where the figurine is visible and secure, perfect for immediate display on a shelf. $98.00.
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Limited Edition Medallions
These beautiful sets of high quality medallions feature images from the painting The Spirit - Gallipoli Landing 1915 by internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands. The medallions are minted from brass alloy and finished in highly polished and frosted silver, over-printed in full colour.

The Limited Edition Medallions are available in a set of six and a set of two. Accompanying each set is a glass vial containing authentic sand from Gallipoli and a colour print of the painting set in a metal frame. The set of six includes a full-sized replica 1904 Rising Sun hat badge while the set of two includes a miniature replica.

No more than 2,500 sets of six medallions and 5,000 sets of two medallions will be released. Each comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity.

Finish Brass alloy finished in proof quality silver, over-printed in full colour

Dimensions 83.10g. 50 x 4.5mm


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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Set of Two Limited Edition Medallions
This Limited Edition set of proof quality medallions feature photo quality detailed characters from internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands painting, The Gallipoli Landing. The reverse of each medallion features the Rising Sun Hat Badge. Each set is packaged in a quality leatherette and steel box, which includes a vial of Gallipoli sand and a miniature version of David Rowlands painting on a metal plate. No more than 5,000 sets will be released. Each set comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity. $125.00.
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Sands of Gallipoli 2012 Set of Six Limited Edition Medallions
This Limited Edition set of proof quality medallions feature photo quality detailed characters from internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands painting, The Gallipoli Landing. The reverse of each medallion features the Rising Sun Hat Badge. This limited edition set is housed in a timber display case, which includes a vial of Gallipoli sand, a replica 1904 Rising Sun hat badge and a miniature version of David Rowlands painting on a metal plate. No more than 2500 sets will be released. Each set comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity. $225.00.
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Limited Edition Framed Artworks
Two high quality framed limited edition prints of the oil on canvas painting, The Spirit - Gallipoli Landing 1915 by internationally renowned military artist David Rowlands, are available.

David Rowlands is one of the world's finest living military artists. His atmospheric oil paintings present a realistic record of the dramatic events of war and have won him Royal favour and commissions from military organisations around the world.

What the critics say
This painting is the most accurate depiction to date of the dawn landing at Anzac Cove on 25th April 1915. It captures the essence of the action some thirty minutes after the initial landing and strips away the myth associated with this iconic action in Australian military history. Clearly, the artist has researched the subject meticulously, down to the details of the uniforms, headdress and equipment worn that day, the terrain, the shipping offshore, and the light casualties sustained by the Australians around the cove at the beginning of the action. Brigadier Chris Roberts AM, CSC (Rtd)

To learn more about Brigadier Chris Roberts AM, CSC (Rtd) click here
For a detailed description of the artwork click here
To read the artists notes click here


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Limited Edition Print
Hand signed and numbered by the artist, this beautifully framed print includes a vial of sand collected from the beaches of Gallipoli.
Size 777mm x 583mm
Limited run of 500 units
$395.00.
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Full Size Canvas Limited Edition Print
Issued with certificate of authenticity signed and numbered by the artist, this beautiful piece accurately depicting this significant day in our history will be a great addition to any collection
Size 1410mm x 990mm
Limited run of 100 units
$1950.00.
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