Description: Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the iconic raid by RAF 617 Squadron thereafter known as the Dambusters with this stunning £5 coin. These are the first ever official RAF issue coins to feature the portrait of King Charles III. They are licensed with the RAF and bear the official RAF logo making them a perfect collectors item. The Dambusters raid was a highly daring and innovative bombing operation conducted by the Royal Air Force during World War II, targeting three major dams in the Ruhr Valley in Germany. The bouncing bomb, designed by engineer Barnes Wallis, was used by the newly formed No. 617 Squadron, which became known as the Dambusters. 19 Lancaster bombers, each carrying a single bouncing bomb, set out for the Ruhr Valley but, despite the operations success, 8 aircraft and 53 airmen were lost. The Dambusters raid remains one of the most iconic operations of World War II and continues to be celebrated for the bravery and skill of the pilots and aircrew who participated. Housed in its own presentation card and blister pack, your coin will be ready to display or add to your collection. Specification:Country of Issue: Pitcairn IslandsFace Value: Five poundsBase Metal: Cupro-nickelPlating: MultipleQuality: Brilliant UncirculatedDiameter: 38.61 mmWeight: 28.28 g
Price: 16.99 GBP
Location: Dorchester, United Kingdom
End Time: 2024-11-23T15:02:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8.26 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
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Type: Coin
Country/ Organization: Great Britain
Issued/ Not-Issued: Not-Issued
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
Theme: Militaria
Era: 1914-1945
Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
UPC: 5056285197800
EAN: 5056285197800
Brand: Military and History : Dambusters 80th
MPN: Does not apply
