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50 Pence - Charles III Battle of Britain - Spitfire Attack, Silver Proof
| Issuer | Guernsey |
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| Year | 2025 |
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| Value | 50 Pence |
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| Reverse description | A detailed engraving of a Supermarine Spitfire in attack formation occupies the central field, depicted in three-quarter view banking to the right against a stylised background of clouds rendered in low relief. The Royal Air Force roundel logo with the inscription 'ROYAL AIR FORCE' appears to the lower left of the aircraft. The upper portion of the field bears the bold inscription 'BATTLE OF BRITAIN 85' across two lines, and the denomination '50p' is shown to the lower right. A horizontal rule divides the lower register, where 'SPITFIRE ATTACK' is inscribed in large capital letters flanked by small Spitfire silhouettes. |
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| Reverse lettering | BATTLE OF BRITAIN 85 ROYAL AIR FORCE 50p SPITFIRE ATTACK |
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Guernsey's use of commemorative coinage as a revenue vehicle is well established, and this issue follows that pattern — the island has no meaningful connection to the Battle of Britain beyond its occupation by the force the RAF was fighting. The Spitfire's combat record in the summer of 1940 is genuine enough, though historians have long noted that Hurricanes flew more sorties during the battle and claimed more kills.