© The Royal Mint, 2018
© The Royal Mint, 2018
2 Pounds - Elizabeth II RAF Vulcan; Silver Proof
2018 year| Silver (.925) | 12 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 | 12 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#160956 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Image of a Vulcan bomber in flight, legend and dates around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
RAF 1918 - 2018
XM607
NT+RT
VULCAN
Engravers: Neil Talbot, Richard Talbot
Edge
Milled with incuse lettering
Lettering: PER ARDUA AD ASTRA
Translation: Through adversity to the stars
Comment
The third 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 piedfort and gold proof. Issue limit: 10,000.© The Royal Mint, 2018
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the RAF Vulcan Silver Proof coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Royal Air Force's iconic Vulcan bomber aircraft, which played a significant role in the UK's military history. The coin's design includes a detailed representation of the aircraft in flight, along with the inscription "RAF Vulcan" and the coin's denomination. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, as is customary for British coins. This coin is a great collector's item for anyone interested in aviation, military history, or numismatics.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4795 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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