2024 £2 Proof Great Britain 1oz Silver D-Day 80th Anniversary Coin

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2024 £2 Proof Great Britain 1oz Silver D-Day 80th Anniversary Coin

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the 80th Anniversary D-Day Proof Coin serves as a monumental tribute to the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for freedom. This exquisite D-Day coin captures a pivotal moment in history, blending artistry and craftsmanship to honor the valor of the Allied forces. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, it is not only a collector's item but also a meaningful keepsake that bridges the past with the present.

80th Anniversary D-Day Silver Proof Coin in Original Government Packaging

This stunning Proof coin is minted by the Royal Mint and has a limited mintage of just 10,000 coins.

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.'

Testament To Bravery

The 80th Anniversary D-Day Proof Coin stands as a tribute to one of the most significant events in modern history. Released to commemorate the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, this D-Day commemorative coin is a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the Allied forces during World War II. The D-Day invasion marked a turning point in the war, as thousands of troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, leading to the liberation of Europe from Nazi occupation.