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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Battle of Britain - Supermarine Spitfire
2020 year| Silver (.999) plated copper-nickel | 25 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Alderney (Guernsey) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GGP = USD 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) plated copper-nickel |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#340947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
A squadron of Supermarine Spitfire aircraft with aviation instruments in background
Script: Latin
Lettering:
80TH ANNIVERSARY
BATTLE OF BRITAIN
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28
SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, a pivotal air campaign fought during World War II. The coin's design depicts a Supermarine Spitfire, a British single-seat fighter aircraft that played a crucial role in the battle, soaring above the English Channel. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side showcases the Spitfire in flight, with the years "1940" and "2020" inscribed on either side of the aircraft. This coin is a special edition, made of silver (.999) plated copper-nickel, and weighs 25 grams. It was minted in 2020 by the Alderney (Guernsey) mint, and is considered a non-circulating coin, meaning it is not intended for general circulation but rather for collectors and enthusiasts.
