2016-01-28 Thu

Recently, the Royal Canadian Mint issued a new 3-coin subscription depicting coloured reverse designs of three of the most successful Allied fighter planes of the First World War. These coins are made of 99.99% silver and features the famous British-built aircraft named “Royal Aircraft Factory S.E. 5a” which could fly up to 222 km/h and remain airborne for more than two hours. These were arguably the most crucial factors that enabled the Allies to regain and maintain air superiority until the war’s end in 1918. A good reason why it can be considered as one of the most beautifully thought-out coins of the world.

The other two coins had Sopwith Triplane and Curtiss H-12 showcased in colour on the reverse of each respective coin.

These subscription coins are struck in proof finish with a diameter of 40 mm and a weight of 31.83 grams.