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Flying high for 40 years

In 2026, Top Gun celebrates 40 years, marking four decades since the aviation drama first soared into theatres in 1986. The film follows Maverick, a gifted fighter pilot, as he confronts fierce rivalries, personal loss, and the challenge of proving himself at the elite Top Gun school. Themes of friendship, courage, and redemption drive the story, culminating in high-stakes missions that showcase both skill and heart. Its enduring legacy was reignited with Top Gun: Maverick in 2022, which continued Maverick’s journey as a mentor and earned a Best Picture nomination, cementing its place in cinematic history.

TRIM 3917 40 Years of Top Gun 2026 1g Gold Rectangle Coin in card front HR

Above the clouds

The rectangular coin’s reverse portrays the iconic Top Gun logo above the words ‘40 YEARS’. The background features a cloudy sky, along with The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark.

Presentation packaging

The coin is housed in an illustrated collector card within a similarly designed sleeve, both carrying the official Top Gun logo. 

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Specifications

Specifications

Year 2026
Metal Gold
Gold Content (Troy oz) 0.032
Monetary Denomination (TVD) 3.00
Fineness (% purity) 99.99
Minimum Gross Weight (g) 1.000
Length (mm) 9.10
Width (mm) 15.60
Maximum Thickness (mm) 1.30
Maximum Mintage 5,000
Legal Tender Tuvalu
Effigy Jody Clark design of H.M. King Charles III
Designer Lucas Bowers

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