© Fire_Blade5
© Fire_Blade5
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II 75th Anniversary of Battle of Britain
2015 year| Silver plated copper | 25.00 g | 38.60 mm |
| Issuer | Tristan da Cunha (Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 SHP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver plated copper |
| Weight | 25.00 g |
| Diameter | 38.60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#221767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Planes and pilots, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· BATTLE OF BRITAIN ·
NEVER WAS SO MUCH OWED BY SO MANY TO SO FEW
· FIVE POUNDS ·
75
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, which was a pivotal air campaign fought between the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the German Air Force (Luftwaffe) during World War II. 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 unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
