{"title":"Last Chance Collectors Items","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"sasr-60th-anniversary-2024-lapel-pin","title":"SASR 60th Anniversary 2024 Lapel Pin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eSASR 60TH ANNIVERSARY 2024 Lapel Pin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eCollectors item - secure a limited piece of SASR 60th anniversary memorabilia with a handmade WA pewter Lapel Pin, complete with the official anniversary diamond logo. Handmade in WA by the legends at Buckingham Pewter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003e“Approval is given for the raising of the Special Air Service Regiment and the disbandment of 1 SAS Coy RAR, on 4 Sep 64. …” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eAHQ 580\/R1\/7 of 10 Jul 64 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eSASR was established on 4 September 1964, marking the 21st anniversary of the Lae\/Nadzab landings in New Guinea during World War 2 – the first combined operation of Australian sea, land and airborne forces. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eFor 60 years, individuals and force elements from SASR have served on combat, peacekeeping and peace enforcement operations throughout the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eSASR’s reputation as a first-rate Special Forces unit is forged by the exceptional quality and professionalism of its people – ordinary Australians with the dedication and strength of character to achieve extraordinary things. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-tt='{\"paragraphStyle\":{\"alignment\":4,\"writingDirection\":1}}'\u003eWho Dares Wins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"NINESIXFOUR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44254322622620,"sku":"SASR60-LAP","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/7519\/8620\/files\/60th_Lapel_Pin.png?v=1775192623"},{"product_id":"60th-anniversary-winged-dagger-statue","title":"60th Anniversary Excalibur Statue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSASR 60th Anniversary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamond Jubilee Release - Excalibur (Winged Dagger) Resin Statue (28cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen established on 4 September 1964, the Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) adopted the sand-coloured beret, cap badge and parachute wings of the British SAS. The cap badge represents the downward pointing sword 'Excalibur' wreathed in flames.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe British version of the cap badge is woven, with different types for officers and other ranks. To be more consistent with the egalitarian nature of the Australian character, the SASR badge is metal with silver and gold features and is worn by all members of the Regiment, regardless of rank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1998, a former member of SASR, lan Young created a sculpture of the British SAS badge in Jarrah, which was based on a sketch provided by renowned military artist lan Coate. The piece is on display in the SASR Art Gallery and is described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"free standing and free flowing, a simplified form, creating the effect of the SAS badge being blown in the wind\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo commemorate the 60th Anniversary of SASR, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSAS Historical Foundation has produced a copy of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elan Young's sculpture. Although paying homage to the original piece, this commemorative version incorporates the SASR badge, which has the wreathed flames in a more vertical position.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunds raised from the sale of this 60th Anniversary commemorative sculpture will be used to maintain and further develop the SAS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NINESIXFOUR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44488662810780,"sku":"ST004","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0528\/7519\/8620\/files\/2024-09-2714.25.54.jpg?v=1727586258"},{"product_id":"sasr-50th-anniversary-penny-card","title":"SASR 50th Anniversary Penny Card","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"37\"\u003eSASR 50th Anniversary Penny Card\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"86\"\u003eOfficial Golden Jubilee Charity Dinner Issue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eIn 1964, the Australian Special Air Service Regiment was formally raised as a Regiment. Fifty years later, the Golden Jubilee was marked with a series of commemorative events, including the SAS Resources Fund charity dinner held at the Perth Convention Centre on Saturday, 18 July 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eThis official 50th Anniversary Penny Card was presented to guests on the night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eEncased within the card is a commemorative 1964 Australian penny.\u003cbr data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eOn the obverse sits the iconic Skippy kangaroo beneath the date 1964.\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eOn the reverse, the SAS Winged Dagger insignia is paired with the 50th Anniversary marking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eThe presentation card features Ian Coates’ powerful “Moment of Contact” artwork on the front, with charity dinner details on the rear. 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