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Stories of the Second World War commemorative brilliant uncirculated 50p coin from The Royal Mint developed with assistance from the Imperial War Museum. This is a tribute to the soldiers, sailors and airmen whose bravery and fortitude brought about victory over Nazi Germany and its Axis allies. Released to mark 80 years since the end of World War Two, this UK coin represents individual stories of heroism with a poignant design created by celebrated coinage artist Timothy Noad. It shows three military medals worn by a dwindling number of surviving veterans: the 1939-45 Star, the Defence Medal and the War Medal 1939–1945. As World War Two passes from living memory, this official collector's coin is a timely reminder of the cost of war.
The obverse of this Royal Mint BU coin features Martin Jennings' definitive uncrowned coinage portrait of King Charles III, along with an inscription which reads 'CHARLES III · D · G · REX · F · D · 50 PENCE · 2025 ·'.
Timothy Noad's design for the reverse of the Stories of the Second World War coin features the three medals typically awarded to British veterans of the conflict: the War Medal 1939-45, the Defence Medal, and the 1939-45 Star. This is the first time that these medals have been featured on an official UK coin. The words 'STORIES OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR' appear below.
This collectable coin is struck with The Royal Mint's brilliant uncirculated high-shine finish. Designed for collectors, BUnc coins are struck multiple times for a superior appearance when compared with coins intended for circulation.
These Stories of the Second World War 50p coins have been created in collaboration with the Imperial War Museums. You will receive your BU coin in a protective printed presentation sleeve, packed with information and images.
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