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50 Pence - Elizabeth II Royal Air Force Centenary - English Electric Lightning
2018 year| Gold (.999) plated brass | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Jersey (British Crown dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2018 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 JEP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) plated brass |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Coloured, Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#335254 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Coloured printed scene of the English Electric Lightning shown in its primary role as a Cold War interceptor
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROYAL AIR FORCE CENTENARY
1918-2018
Engraver: Trevor Mitchell
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force (RAF). The coin's reverse side depicts an English Electric Lightning, a supersonic jet fighter that was used by the RAF during the 1960s and 1970s. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, who has been the monarch of the United Kingdom since 1952. The coin's gold plating and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and aviation enthusiasts alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 19500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Royal Air Force Centenary - English Electric Lightning) 2018 coin.
