10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) ND (1990) front 10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) ND (1990) back
10 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain) ND (1990) photo
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10 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain ND

1990 year
Gold (.999) 3.13 g -
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1990
Value
10 Pounds 10 JEP = USD 13
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
3.13 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#106375
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Crowned RAF badge divides date above legend

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1940 1990
THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
50th ANNIVERSARY

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a pivotal air campaign fought during World War II between the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the German Air Force (Luftwaffe). The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a Spitfire aircraft, which played a crucial role in the battle, on the other. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.