5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Formation of the RAF; Silver Proof
2008 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 JEP = USD 6.55 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#397404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Portrait of Sir Hugh Trenchard "Father of the RAF" with two planes on left and right, denomination below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
THE FORMATION OF
THE RAF
1918
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Comment
The RAF had its origins in 1917, when German bombers attacked London in daylight. There was such a public outcry that the government asked General Smuts to report on the structure of Britain's air defences. His recommendations included the amalgamation of the Royal Naval Air Service and the Royal Flying Corps into a single independent Royal Air Force. There was only one choice for the first Chief of the Air Staff: Major General Sir Hugh Trenchard K.C.B. D.S.O. He had overseen the development on Britain's air force, almost from the formation of the Royal Flying Corps in 1912. After serving in the South African war, he became a driving force for the RFC, ensuring that pilots had the right training. He then took charge of VIII brigade, which operated as an independent Force bombing strategic German targets. This experience convinced Trenchard of the effectiveness of strategic bombing and greatly influenced RAF thinking up to and during World War II.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 90th anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force (RAF), which was founded on April 1, 1918. The coin's design features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of an RAF aircraft on the other. The coin's silver content and proof finish add to its collectibility and numismatic value.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 25000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Formation of the RAF; Silver Proof) 2008 coin.
