5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Hawker Hart
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#344117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pictures of the Hawker Hart
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
HAWKER HART
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Hawker Hart coin, minted in 2008, features an image of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and the Hawker Hart biplane on the other. The Hawker Hart was a British two-seat biplane that was used for reconnaissance and light bombing missions during World War II. The coin's design is meant to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Royal Air Force (RAF), which was formed in 1918. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and aviation buffs.
