Catalogus
| Uitgever | Alderney |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 1994 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Waarde | 50 Pounds |
| Valuta | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Samenstelling | Gold (.999) |
| Gewicht | 15.6 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | Obverse: Raphael David Maklouf Reverse: John Savage |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | KM#10 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Small crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth II facing right, date below |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde | QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND RDM 1994 |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Airplanes in flight within circle, denomination below Three Airspeed AS.51 Horsa, British troop-carrying glider in flight within circle, denomination below |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde | ALDERNEY D~DAY ANNIVERSARY · 50 POUNDS · |
| Rand | Reeded |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
1994 - Proof - 1 000 |
| Numisquare-ID | 7200240260 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: Issued by Alderney in 1994, this 50 Pounds gold coin commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Normandy Invasion. Under Queen Elizabeth II's reign, this piece marks a pivotal moment in World War II: the largest seaborne invasion, which initiated the liberation of German-occupied Western Europe. Alderney's status as a Channel Island, occupied during the war, adds profound significance to its issuance of a coin honouring this monumental Allied operation.
Artistry: The obverse features Raphael Maklouf's third coinage portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting Her Majesty crowned and facing right, typical of Commonwealth numismatic art from this era. The reverse, designed by Robert Elderton, powerfully illustrates the D-Day landings. It portrays landing craft approaching the Normandy beaches with Allied soldiers, bearing the inscription "D-DAY 1944-1994." This modern commemorative style blends historical realism with symbolic gravity, honouring the bravery and sacrifice.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine gold, weighing 15.6 grams, this 26.5 mm coin was likely produced to a high proof or brilliant uncirculated standard. Key high-points for wear include the Queen's hair and tiara on the obverse. On the reverse, the soldiers' helmets and landing craft details are most susceptible. A well-preserved example will show full, sharp strikes, especially in the intricate invasion scene, with pristine fields characteristic of its high-purity gold composition.