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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain - Bristol Blenheim
2010 year| Copper-nickel | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = USD 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#374324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Colored Bristol Blenheim, smaller plane above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE POUNDS
DBF
BATTTLE OF
BRITAIN
1940
Edge
Milled
Comment
Coin issued in PNC:Interesting fact
The Bristol Blenheim featured on the coin was a British light bomber aircraft used during World War II. It was designed by the Bristol Aeroplane Company and was named after the Battle of Blenheim, a major conflict during the War of the Spanish Succession. The aircraft played a significant role in the early years of the war, particularly during the Battle of Britain. It was known for its speed and maneuverability, and was used for both bombing and reconnaissance missions. Despite its successes, the Blenheim was also known for its vulnerability to enemy fighters, and many were lost during the war. The coin's design commemorates the bravery and sacrifice of the pilots who flew the Blenheim during this pivotal moment in history.
