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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II Naval Aviation - Mayfly
2009 year| Copper-nickel | 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 6.54 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#321163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Picture of the Mayfly
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAYFLY FIRST NAVAL AIRCRAFT
FLY NAVY
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The Mayfly coin is a unique commemorative coin that celebrates the 100th anniversary of naval aviation in the United Kingdom. The coin's design features an image of a mayfly, which is a type of fly that is known for its short lifespan, symbolizing the fleeting nature of aviation technology. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts a naval pilot in flight gear, standing in front of a biplane. The coin's copper-nickel composition and 28.28g weight make it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and aviation enthusiasts alike.
