The first step toward the formation of what is now known as the Fleet Air Arm was taken in 1909, when the Admiralty set aside £35,000 for the development of an airship. Since then Naval Aviation has come to be one of the most important facets of the armed forces, with aircraft carriers projecting air and sea superiority across the globe.
Commemorate a centenary of innovation with this stunning Sterling Silver £5 coin struck to a proof finish, featuring an image of HMS Ark Royal and three famous aircraft, the Fairey Swordfish, the Blackburn Buccaneer and the Sea Harrier. The coin comes complete with a Presentation Wallet and Certificate of Authenticity.
Specifications:
- Country of Issue: Guernsey
- Metal: 925/1000 Silver
- Denomination: 5 pounds
- Diameter: 38.61mm
- Weight: 28.28g
- Plus Certificate of Authenticity
- Available early June
A donation of £1.30 for each product sold will be donated to The Fly Navy Heritage Trust, a Registered Charity (No. 1117272) and educational trust which exists to help preserve Britain’s naval aviation heritage through the Royal Navy Historic Flight, the Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Memorial Church.