5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Naval Aviation - Battle of Taranto; Silver Proof
2009 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 5 Pounds 5 GGP = 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#385718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Airplane over the warship
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BATTLE OF TARANTO
FLY NAVY
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Taranto, a significant naval battle during World War II where the British Royal Navy launched a daring attack on the Italian naval base at Taranto, using aircraft from the aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious. The coin's design features an image of the HMS Illustrious and a Swordfish torpedo bomber, which was the type of aircraft used during the battle. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 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 (Naval Aviation - Battle of Taranto; Silver Proof) 2009 coin.
