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50 Pence - Elizabeth II RAF - Spitfire
2020 year| Gold (.925) 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 0.65 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.925) plated copper |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#317210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Spitfire flying towards you.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ROYAL AIR FORCE 1939-1945 SPITFIRE
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (RAF - Spitfire) 2020 from Guernsey is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, which was a pivotal air campaign fought during World War II. The coin's design depicts an iconic Supermarine Spitfire, a British single-seat fighter aircraft that played a crucial role in the battle, soaring above the English Channel. The coin's gold plating and intricate design details make it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in aviation history or numismatics.
