2 Pounds - Elizabeth II Royal Air Force Badge; Gold Proof

2018 year


Gold (.9167)	15.97 g	28.4 mm

Description

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	Gold (.9167)
Weight	15.97 g
Diameter	28.4 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-09

References

Numista	N#233876
Rarity index	97%

Reverse

Royal Air Force badge with motto, legend and dates around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
PER ARDVA · AD ASTRA
RM
1918 - 2018

Translation:
The Royal Air Force motto:
"Through adversity to the stars"

Engraver: Rhys Morgan

Edge

Milled with incuse lettering

Lettering: PER ARDUA AD ASTRA

Translation: Through adversity to the stars

Comment

The first of five coins in the Centenary of the RAF series. Released as part of the 2018 annual gold proof commemorative sets (139 sales), as well as individually (505 sales), the design was also struck in copper-nickel, silver proof and silver piedfort. Issue Limit: 1,918

© The Royal Mint, 2018

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the Royal Air Force Badge, which is a symbol of the United Kingdom's military aviation branch. The badge is depicted in gold, adding to the coin's luxurious and collectible nature. This design was specifically created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force, making the coin a special tribute to the organization's rich history and legacy.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2018	644	-	-	-	-	-	-

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