½ Sovereign - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain - Hurricane
2020 year| Gold (.9167) | 3.99 g | 19.30 mm |
| Issuer | Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | ½ Sovereign ½ IMP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 19.30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#403011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hurricane and three other planes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
80TH ANNIVERSARY
Engraver: Andy Walker
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Battle of Britain was an air battle which took place between the fall of France in May 1940 and the cancellation of Operation Sea Lion (the planned invasion of Britain) in October 1940.
The British won the battle through a combination of superior tactics, the advantage of fighting on home-ground, greater aircraft production and of course, the bravery and skill of the RAF servicemen and women themselves. If the Battle of Britain had been won by the Germans, it is commonly perceived that they would have successfully invaded and occupied Britain, and causing Churchill to say after the battle that: “Never in the field of human conflict had so much been owed by so many to so few.”
Coin issued in set of 4 coins (photos from Chards Coin and Bullion Dealer):
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on the reverse side, which depicts a Supermarine Spitfire, a British single-seat fighter aircraft that played a significant role in the Battle of Britain during World War II. The design is surrounded by a decorative border and includes the inscription "Battle of Britain - Hurricane" to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the battle. This coin is a special edition and was minted to honor the bravery and sacrifice of the pilots who fought in the Battle of Britain.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 80 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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