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*AVRO ANSON – AIRCRAFT OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR SERIES – 2017 $20 1 oz Fine Silver Coin
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Product Description
*AVRO ANSON – AIRCRAFT OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR SERIES – 2017 $20 1 oz Fine Silver Coin
Nicknamed “Faithful Annie”, the Avro Anson was reputed for its stability and rugged reliability. Its wartime production fuelled Canada’s aircraft manufacturing industry, but its most significant role was arguably as the twin-engine aircraft of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan (BCATP). This fine silver coin honours the versatile Anson for its many contributions to the Allied cause during the Second World War.
SPECIAL FEATURES
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SECOND in a soaring three-coin series featuring aircraft flown at home or abroad during the Second World War (1939-1945).
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The use of selective colour over engraving recreates the camouflage colours of the Avro Anson.
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Attention to historical accuracy extends to the use of the effigy of King George VI on the obverse, as it appeared on Canadian coins issued during the Second World War.
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Purchase each coin individually, or guarantee a complete set with a one-time subscription to this series! You’ll be sure to receive all three coins, and each subscription comes with a BONUS collector tin box shipped with the first coin!
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The artistry and theme makes this a fantastic addition to any historical-, military- or aircraft-themed collection.
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A valued collector item for both aviation enthusiasts and collectors, or a deeply meaningful keepsake for those whose loved ones served in the war.
DESIGN
The reverse design by Canadian artist David A. Oram features an engraved depiction of an Avro Anson in one of its many roles during the war. The legendary aircraft is brought to life once more by an outstanding amount of detailed engraving, all skilfully enhanced by the use of multiple finishes that convey the intensity of the situation as it flies over a convoy of ships at sea. Selective colour recreates the dark green and brown camouflage colours of the Anson, whose gun remains trained on the Messerschmitt BF 110 in the background. The obverse features the effigy of King George VI by T.H. Paget.
SPECIFICATIONS
No: 156470
Mintage: 7,500
Material: Pure Silver (99.99%)
Finish: Proof
Weight: 31.83g
Diameter: 40mm
Edge: Serrated
Certificate: Serialized