© Lee Taylor
© Lee Taylor
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain,
2010 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#114819 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Fighter planes
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Battle
of Britain
1940
Engraver: Thomas Docherty
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, 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 a Supermarine Spitfire, a British fighter plane that played a crucial role in the battle, along with the dates "1940-2010" and the inscription "Battle of Britain." The coin's mintage was limited to 2,500 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Battle of Britain, 1940) 2010 coin.
