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20 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of the Atlantic
2016 year| Silver (.999) | 7.77 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 20 Pounds 20 GIP = USD 26 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 7.77 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#135093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
An anonymous Merchant Navy sailor and scenes from typical Battle of the Atlantic convoy.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1939
FOR ALL SEAFARERS
1945
Comment
Official Merchant Navy silver coin - made from genuine recovered silver from WWII shipwreck SS GairsoppaInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic, which was a pivotal naval battle during World War II. The coin's design features an image of the HMS Prince of Wales, a British battleship that played a significant role in the battle, along with an inscription of the battle's dates and the phrase "Battle of the Atlantic." This coin serves as a tribute to the brave sailors and soldiers who fought in the battle, and it is a meaningful way to remember and honor their sacrifices.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 185000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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