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1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain,
2010 year| Gold (.917) | 1090.86 g | 100 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1000 Pounds 1000 GGP = USD 1309 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 1090.86 g |
| Diameter | 100 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#331195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Fighter planes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Battle
of Britain
1940
Engraver: Thomas Docherty
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 70th 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 highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain, 1940) 2010 coin.
