The Hutt River Desert Storm Coin Collection Dansco Album / Book is a unique and exclusive collector's item, to use for showing your collection of the Hutt River Province Desert Storm fantasy issued coins.

You are buying the BOOK ONLY - No coins / medals included. The coins / medals are sold separately by me!

This book allows collectors to showcase their 45 coins in a secure and organized manner.

Made from archival plastic, cardboard, and paper, this album a valuable addition to any collection.

The album is printed with the information, and the following spaces printed for the 45 coins, as follows:

Description	Cat. #
AH-64 Apache Helicopter	HRPC 041
F-117A “Stealth Fighter”	HRPC 042
M-551 “Sheridan” Light Tank	HRPC 043
Army Airborne Assault	HRPC 044
US Patriot Missile	HRPC 045
The Fighting Marines	HRPC 046
F-4G Phantom ”Wild Weasel”	HRPC 047
Guided Missile Destroyer	HRPC 048
MGM-52C Lance Missile	HRPC 049
Battleship USS Missouri	HRPC 050
Bradley Fighting Vehicle	HRPC 051
A-6E Intruder	HRPC 052
BGM-109 “Cruise” Missile	HRPC 053
M-1 Abrams Tank	HRPC 054
A-10 Thunderbolt II	HRPC 055
Aircraft Carrier JFK	HRPC 056
AIM-9 Sidewinder Missile	HRPC 057
B-52 “Stratofortress”	HRPC 058
M-163 Vulcan Cannon	HRPC 059
Fighting Women	HRPC 060
M-109 Tow Missile	HRPC 061
F-14 “Tomcat”	HRPC 062
M-60 A3 Tank	HRPC 063
Army Mortar Attack	HRPC 064
“Dragon” Anti-Tank Weapon	HRPC 065
F-16C Fighting Falcon	HRPC 066
Multi-Launch Rocket System	HRPC 067
Chemical Weapons Gear	HRPC 068
Underwater Attack Mission	HRPC 069
F-15E Strike Eagle	HRPC 070
M1198 155mm Towed Howitzer	HRPC 071
Top Secret Weapon	HRPC 072
MIM-23 “Hawk” Missile System	HRPC 073
AV-8B Harrier “Jump-Jet”	HRPC 074
M-998 “Hummer” (HMMWV)	HRPC 075
US Coast Guard Support	HRPC 076
FIM-92A “Stinger” Missile	HRPC 077
F-18 “Hornet” Fighter	HRPC 078
M-109 Self Propelled Howitzer	HRPC 079
SR71 Blackbird	HRPC 08
Tactical Missile System	HRPC 080
Anti-Tank Tiger Brigade	HRPC 081
AH-1S Huey Cobra	HRPC 082
Desert Patrol	HRPC 083
E-3 Sentry (AWACS)	HRPC 084
Victory Home Coming	HRPC 085

About the Hutt River Province' Desert Storm 45-coin collection set:

The Hutt River Province Desert Storm 45-coin set is a commemorative collection of 45 $5 coins, each depicting military equipment from Operation Desert Storm, presented in a collector’s album.

The album was originally sold with 45 trading cards, a reference book, and Certificate of Authenticity (none of which are sold with this album that you're buying!).

Historical and Background Context

The Hutt River Province was a self-declared micronation in Australia, founded by a farming family claiming independence for legal and tax reasons without official recognition. In 1991, during the Gulf War, the province issued a series of coins known as the Desert Storm Coins, intended for collectors rather than general circulation. These coins celebrate military vehicles and aircraft used in Operation Desert Storm and serve as both numismatic items and historical commemoratives.

The Coin Set

The 45-coin set consists of $5 coins, each minted in nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc) with a weight of 24 g, diameter of 39 mm, thickness of 2.72 mm, round shape, and reeded edge.

These coins usually have uncirculated (UNC) quality and feature milled finish .

Each coin was designed with the denomination, Hutt River Prince Leonard I’s title, and artwork depicting the respective Desert Storm hardware or event. These coins often depict aircraft, tanks, missiles, and naval vessels used during the Gulf War.

Album and Trading Cards

The coins can be housed in a high-quality hardcover Dansco-style album, which protects the coins and provides a visually organized display.

Collectible Considerations

Condition: Coins generally value higher if they are UNC or proof-quality.
Rarity: Some of the coins are less common and sought after by collectors. The first coin in the series - the AH-64 Apache, was produced in massive quantities, and were distributed free of charge, to entice collectors to collect the entire 45-coin set.
Historical Novelty: As Hutt River Province was an unrecognized micronation, the set carries unique appeal beyond standard military commemorative coins.

Summary

The Desert Storm 45-coin set from the Hutt River Province combines numismatic interest, military history, and the novelty of a micronation issuing its own legal tender.

A full set includes 45 $5 coins in nickel silver, a collector album, 45–47 trading cards, a reference book, and a Certificate of Authenticity. Collectors prize the set for its completeness, historical commemoration, and educational design, making it a distinctive display and investment item.

About The Hutt River Province:

Hutt River Province — History, Coins, and Notable Sets

The Hutt River Province (later the Principality of Hutt River) was an unrecognized micronation proclaimed on 21 April 1970 by Western Australian farmer Leonard Casley in protest against wheat production quotas.

Located near Northampton, Western Australia, it covered about 75 km² (29 sq mi) and was not recognized by the Australian or any other government.

Casley styled himself Prince Leonard I in the 1970s, and after his death in 2019, his son Graeme relinquished the claim in 2020.

Currency and Coinage

The HRP issued its own Hutt River dollar, pegged 1:1 to the Australian dollar, for both internal use and sale to tourists.

Coins were minted in denominations of 5, 10, 20, and 50 cents, plus higher-value issues like the 5 Dollar sovereign.

Early coins (1976–1978) were made from aluminum, bronze, brass, and nickel brass, with designs featuring “Leonard I” and mottos.

Gold coins were issued for special anniversaries, such as the Automobile Centennial (1985) and Statue of Liberty Centennial (1986), and more.

Desert Storm Series (1991)

One of the most notable sets was the 1991 Desert Storm collection, issued to commemorate the U.S. military campaign in the Gulf War.

These were struck in nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc) and .999 silver, with milled edges and the motto “V IN GOD WE TRUST LIBERTY HR” on the reverse

The obverse bore the HRP legend “HUTT RIVER PROVINCE NEW QUEENSLAND MINT” and the crown below the legend.

The Desert Storm set was part of a broader World’s First Desert Storm Coin Collection and is considered a rare example of a micronation’s commemorative military theme.

WWII and Other Sets

While the Desert Storm set is the most documented, the HRP also issued World War II-themed coins in the 5 Dollar denomination, depicting U.S. military vehicles, aircraft, and weapons.

Collecting Notes

Rarity: Desert Storm and WWII coins are rare, with limited mintages and no official circulation.
Value: Numista estimates for 1991 Desert Storm nickel silver coins range from about USD 10 for uncirculated examples to higher for proof issues.
Authenticity: All HRP issues are non-recognized by any government and are considered fantasy/collectible items.

In summary, the Hutt River Province was a quirky micronation whose coinage, especially the 1991 Desert Storm and WWII sets, offers collectors a unique blend of military commemoration and micronational numismatics.

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