'Supermarine Spitfire' Commemorative Strike

The Supermarine Spitfire was a single-seat armed interceptor, primarily deployed during World War II to protect British bomber squadrons. Its strengths included speed, manoeuvrability and power. The elegant, aerodynamic aircraft possessed a linear engine, a retractable undercarriage, elliptical wings and an enclosed cockpit.

The Spitfire - also known as the 'Spit' - was the brainchild of Supermarine's chief designer Reginald Joseph Mitchell. 24 versions were produced over the years. Although it was just one of the aircraft involved in the Battle of Britain, the 'Spit' achieved legendary status as the fighter that played a crucial role in Britain's victory in the air.

In commemoration of the Spitfire's chief designer Mitchell, this finely detailed commemorative coin is an absolute gem that would grace the collection of all collectors with a passion for history!