This sterling silver collectable coin features the Avro Lancaster, an historic war time plane, enhanced with gold plating.  During World War II the Lancaster was the most successful bomber used by the Royal Air Force and the Royal Canadian Air Force, it had speed, ceiling, and lifting power that no other aircraft of the day could match. Lancasters were built to accomplish their specific purpose: bombing missions. They generally flew under the cover of darkness since it had virtually no defensive armor. Its crew worked in cramped conditions, particularly the air gunners who remained at their posts for the entire flight. John Fauquier, Canada’s WWII Bomber Command Leader, is featured in a gold plated portrait.

All collectable coins have been previously owned. Conditions will vary.

Metal Type: Silver

Purity: 92.5

Mint: RCM

Year: 1990

Mintage: 50,000

Diameter: 38 mm

Weight: 31.1g

Special Features: Gold plating

Packaging: Metal oval clamshell with certificate

Artists: Robert-Ralph Carmichael (reverse), Dora de Pedery-Hunt (obverse)