19 BILLY BISHOP

Item Number: 0129617001

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From William \"Billy\" Bishop to Manfred Von Richthofen and Edward Rickenbacker, World War I saw some of the most acute and determined fighter pilots take to the skies. These courageous \"flying aces\" continue to be celebrated for achieving extraordinary feats of heroism. Now, you can honour these incredible pilots with the World War I Flying Aces Commemorative Coin Collection, available exclusively from The Bradford Exchange Mint. This unique collection begins with Issue One, William \"Billy\" Bishop - Canada.

Intended as collectors\' items, each specially designed coin in this collection is fully plated in 99.9% silver. The reverse side of each of these collectible coins showcases a special 24K gold-plated privy mark featuring a dynamic portrait of an honoured WWI pilot, along with his name and the special One Crown denomination. The obverse side of each coin bears Queen Elizabeth\'s official 2018 effigy, along with her title, the issuing authority, TRISTAN DA CUNHA, and the year of issue. The coins arrive in prized Proof condition, preserved for future generations in crystal clear capsules.

Coins measure 3.8 cm in diameter

The Bradford Exchange is not associated with the Canadian Government or Royal Canadian Mint.