![]() With war correspondents working in the field for the first time, a movement to recognise the valour of the common soldier gathered momentum. The 150th Anniversary of the Victoria Cross (Heroic Acts):īefore the Crimean War only senior officers could be awarded medals for bravery. The 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain: ![]() The Battle of Hastings coin became highly sought after by collectors after its initial release. Spanning almost one thousand years of history, the military set includes five 50p coins marking the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, 50 years since the D-Day Landings, 150 years since the Victoria Cross was introduced and the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. This set will not be in general circulation. This coin set recalls some of the most epic battles from Britain’s past, the nation’s military achievements and the courage of those who served. The launch of the collection follows the 50p culture set, unveiled in January this year and now a special collection of commemorative military coins will be struck to mark the anniversary of the seven-sided coin, first introduced in 1969.Īll kinds of 50p s are often found on ebay selling for anything from £2 to £100. The Royal Mint continues to celebrate 50 Years of the 50p with new military set.ĥ0p coins depicting the anniversaries of the Battle of Britain, D-Day landings, Victoria Cross and Battle of Hastings all feature in special anniversary uncirculated set.
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