2024 £2 Proof Great Britain 1oz Silver D-Day 80th Anniversary Coin NGC PF70 UC Olive Branch/Flag Label

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2024 £2 Proof Great Britain 1oz Silver D-Day 80th Anniversary Coin NGC PF70 UC Olive Branch/Flag Label

The 80th Anniversary D-Day Coin stands as a remarkable tribute to one of the most significant events in modern history. Its features and design elements are crafted to commemorate the bravery and sacrifices made by Allied forces during the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944. The D-Day Coin showcases intricate detail from that fateful day, embodying the spirit of courage and resilience that defined the operation.

80th Anniversary D-Day Proof Silver Coin

Limited to 10,000 pieces worldwide, this stunning Proof coin is minted by The Royal Mint and are legal tender Great Britain 2 Pound.

REVERSE: Designed by Royal Mint artist Daniel Thorne, an inscription that reads "D-DAY 6 JUNE 1944 UTAH OMAHA GOLD JUNO SWORD" is featured along the top arc. Those names were used to describe the five assault beaches at Normandy. Allied forces are seen arriving to the beach alongside their watercraft.

OBVERSE: His Majesty King Charles III is depicted on the obverse of the commemorative coin alongside the date of 2024, 2 POUNDS, and CHARLES III D G REX F D, which in Latin means Dei Gratia Rex and translates to 'Charles III, by the grace of God, King, Defender of the Faith.'

D-Day: The Turning Point in World War II

D-Day, the pivotal military operation on June 6, 1944, marked a crucial turning point in World War II, heralding the decline of Nazi Germany. Known as Operation Overlord, it involved a vast Allied force landing on the Normandy beaches in France. The success of D-Day established a vital foothold in Europe and underscored the bravery and resolve of the soldiers involved. This page explores the intricate planning, the momentous landings, and the enduring impact of D-Day while highlighting its significance to collectors of wartime memorabilia, including coins and artifacts.

SPECIFICATION	VALUE
Country of Issue:	Great Britain
Year:	2024
Composition:	.999 Fine Silver
Weight:	1 Troy Ounce | 31.1g
Face Value:	2 Pounds
Quality:	Proof
Mintage Limit:	10,000