50 Dollars WWII American B-17 Flying Fortress
1991 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#182303 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
WWII American B-17 Flying Fortress bomber aircraft
Script: Latin
Lettering:
B-17 FLYING FORTRESS
50
FIFTY
DOLLARS
Engraver: Don Everhart
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The B-17 Flying Fortress was a four-engine heavy bomber aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. It was designed by Boeing and was known for its durability and ability to withstand heavy damage. The B-17 was also known for its distinctive design, which included a nose section that was covered in glass and a tail gunner position that was exposed to the rear. The aircraft was capable of carrying a large payload of bombs and was used in many key bombing missions during the war. Despite its success, the B-17 was also known for its high loss rate, with many aircraft being shot down by enemy fighters or anti-aircraft fire. Today, the B-17 remains a popular aircraft among aviation enthusiasts and historians, and many restored examples can be found on display in museums and airshows around the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 24000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Dollars (WWII American B-17 Flying Fortress) 1991 coin.
