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5 Pounds - Elizabeth II R.J. Mitchell
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 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 | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#267662 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Shoulder portrait of R J Mitchell, one spitfire on the ground and three in the air
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HISTORY OF THE ROYAL AIR FORCE
R.J. MICHELL
FIVE POUNDS
Edge
Milled
Comment
1st DAY COVER CPO GRENADA SPITFIRE MERCURY O48 CERT1st DAY COVER NAURU RJ MITCHELL DESIGNER SPITFIRE MERCURY 0473 CEERT
DESCRIPTION CARD
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Supermarine Spitfire, a British fighter plane used during World War II, on the other. The coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of R.J. Mitchell, the designer of the Spitfire. The coin's design is particularly notable because it was created by sculptor and coin designer, Ian Rank-Broadley, who is known for his work on various coins, including the effigy of Queen Elizabeth II that appears on many Commonwealth coins.
