© Cassie Rust
© Cassie Rust
50 Pence - Elizabeth II Squadron
2013 year| Gold plated copper (Coloured.) | 27 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 50 Pence 0.50 GGP = USD 0.66 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper (Coloured.) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#281197 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Coloured Squadron Badge
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ROYAL AIR FORCE SQUADRONS
SQUADRON 617
ROYAL AIR FORCE
APRES MOI LE DELUGE
FIFTY PENCE
Translation: AFTER ME THE FLOOD
Edge
Milled
Comment
Squadrons of the Royal Air Force is a 36 coin set celebrating the history of the Royal Air Force.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Pence - Elizabeth II (Squadron 617) 2013 from Guernsey coin is that it commemorates the 70th anniversary of the famous World War II operation, the "Dambusters" raid, which was carried out by Squadron 617 of the Royal Air Force. The coin's design features an image of the squadron's iconic Lancaster bomber, along with the operation's logo and the words "Dambusters 70th Anniversary." This coin is a unique and meaningful way to remember and honor the brave individuals who took part in this historic operation.
