© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II RAF Spitfire; Silver Piedfort
2018 year| Silver (.925) | 24 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 2 Pounds 2 GBP = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#233743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Image of three Spitfire aircraft flying with clouds in the background.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPITFIRE RAF
QJ N
QJ P
QJ S
NT+RT
1918 - 2018
Engravers: Neil Talbot, Richard Talbot
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: PER ARDUA AD ASTRA
Translation: Through adversity to the stars
Comment
The second of five issues in the RAF centenary series, the coin was released as individual pieces and the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and gold proof. Issue limit: 4,000.© The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the Royal Air Force's (RAF) iconic Spitfire aircraft, which played a significant role in World War II. The coin's design showcases the Spitfire in flight, with its distinctive elliptical wing shape and powerful engines. The coin's silver finish and detailed design make it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in aviation, military history, or numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1490 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF Spitfire; Silver Piedfort) 2018 coin.
