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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Bristol Beaufighter
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GIP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#344120 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Pictures of the Bristol Beaufighter
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
BRISTOL BEAUFIGHTER
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Bristol Beaufighter, featured on the 2008 Gibraltar 5 Pounds coin, was a British long-range heavy fighter aircraft used during World War II. It was known for its distinctive look, with a large fuselage and twin engines, and was nicknamed "The Beau" by pilots. The aircraft played a significant role in the war, serving as a night fighter, torpedo bomber, and reconnaissance aircraft. It was also known for its speed, with a top speed of 320 mph, making it one of the fastest aircraft of its time.
