Republic Marshall Islands Battle of Britain $5 Commemorative Coin Folder 1990.
- In Mint condition within the cellophane package, inserted in the folder.
- From and "Issued by the Republic of the Marshall Islands--1990".
- Both sides are nicely hallmarked, "To the Heroes of Battle of Britain 1940-1990, Five Dollars", The Obverse of the coin, designed by David K. Stone, depicts a stalwart RAF pilot with his swift Spifire---the deadly fighter plane which exemplifies, to this day, Britain's fierce determination in defense of freedom.
- On the reverse of the coin is the national seal of the Marshall Islands which apprears on all its coinage. The motto, "Jepilpilin Ke Ejukaan, means "Accomplishment Through Joint Effort," and the design centers on the nation's symbol, the Spirit Bird of Peace. Above the Bird, the 24-point Sunstar with a diagonal line on either side represents the nation's flag and two chains of islands. Other images show aspects of the islanders' livelihood.
- First Raids on July 19, 1940, the pivotal Battle of Britain was on.
- Its outcome would influence the entire course of the war and the future of the Free World.
- Measures 38.71mm in diameter.
- Weighs approximately 1 ounce.
- Cupronickel, Great & nice packaging and color of folder.
- Nicely ribbed coin edges, nice glossy appeal. Some wear center of front cover by coin, some spots, marks and yellowing on the back of folder.
- Minimal surface blemishes, some age spots and patina, from inside plastic cellphane.
- 1990 RMIM 4452763. Back of folder some yellowing, spots etc..nothing damaging
- Photograph reproduced courtesy of the Bettmann Archive, Inc..
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