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1 Pound - Elizabeth II Douglas Bader; Piedorf Gold Proof
2016 year| Gold (.9167) | 19 g | 22.5 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 1 Pound 1 GIP = USD 1.31 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 19 g |
| Diameter | 22.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#369925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Legendary pilot of Britain - Douglas Bader on a background of combat aircraft
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PER ARDUA AD ASTRA
DOUGLAS BADER
Translation: Through adversity to the stars
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Special privy mark commemorating Operation Leg - on 19th August 1941 an RAF bomber was allowedto drop a new prosthetic leg by parachute to a Luftwaffe base in occupied France while Bader was
captured and held as a prisoner of war
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Douglas Bader; Piedorf Gold Proof coin is that it features a unique design that honors the life and legacy of Sir Douglas Bader, a British pilot and war hero who lost his legs during World War II and went on to become a leading figure in the Royal Air Force. The coin's design includes an image of Bader in his flying gear, along with his famous quote, "Never give up." This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item that serves as a tribute to Bader's bravery and determination.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 242 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Pound - Elizabeth II (Douglas Bader; Piedorf Gold Proof) 2016 coin.
