5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF Coastal Command) 2008 front 5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF Coastal Command) 2008 back
5 Pounds - Elizabeth II (RAF Coastal Command) 2008 photo
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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II RAF Coastal Command

2008 year
Copper-nickel 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
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
Copper-nickel
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#323833
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Sir William Sholto Douglas, two planes above, denomination below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
RAF COASTAL COMMAND
FIVE POUNDS

Edge

Milled

Comment

Coin issued in PNC

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design depicting a Coastal Command Dakota aircraft, which was used by the Royal Air Force during World War II for maritime patrol and rescue missions. The design is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and includes the inscription "RAF Coastal Command 1939-1945." This coin was issued to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the RAF Coastal Command and is a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.