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50 Pence - Elizabeth II RAF - Mosquito
2020 year| Gold (.999) plated copper | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2020 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GGP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated copper |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#321010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Coloured image of a Mosquito plane
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROYAL AIR FORCE
1939-1945
MOSQUITO
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (RAF - Mosquito) 2020 from Guernsey is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, specifically highlighting the role of the Mosquito aircraft in the Allied forces' efforts during World War II. The coin's design showcases an image of the Mosquito aircraft in flight, surrounded by a detailed representation of the coastline of Normandy, where the D-Day landings took place. The coin's gold plating and limited mintage make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
