2018 $20 First World War Allied Forces: Great Britain

Description

The 2018 $20 Allied Forces: Great Britain coin is the fourth and final release in the Royal Canadian Mint’s First World War Allied Forces series, honoring the courage and sacrifice of British men and women who served during WWI. Struck in 31.39 g (1.009 troy oz) of 99.99% pure silver with a proof finish, this poignant commemorative features selective gold plating and intricate engraving. With a limited mintage of just 5,000 coins worldwide, it is a rare and meaningful collectible. GST/HST exempt.

Special Features

• Final issue in the First World War Allied Forces series

• Pays tribute to British soldiers and frontline medical personnel

• Features a selectively gold-plated General Service button

• Obverse includes a gold-plated effigy of King George V

• Struck in 99.99% pure silver with proof finish

• Designed by Canadian artist Pandora Young

• Extremely limited mintage of 5,000 coins worldwide

• Official Royal Canadian Mint collectible presentation

• GST/HST exempt

Design

The reverse design by Pandora Young transports viewers to a First World War field hospital near the front lines. In the background, pointed medical tents and busy stretcher-bearers indicate the urgency of battle. The foreground focuses on a British nurse rushing alongside wounded soldiers, her attentive gaze conveying compassion and determination. Special finishes draw attention to her figure, emphasizing the vital role played by medical personnel during wartime.

The engraved scene is complemented by a gold-plated General Service button, symbolizing all members of the British Armed Forces. The obverse features the effigy of King George V by Sir E. B. MacKennal, also selectively gold plated, honoring the monarch who reigned during the First World War.

Packaging

The coin is encapsulated and presented in a Royal Canadian Mint clamshell case with a custom beauty box, suitable for display or gifting.

Specifications

Year: 2018
Face Value: $20
Composition: 99.99% pure silver
Weight: 31.39 g
Bullion Weight: 1.009 troy oz
Diameter: 38 mm
Finish: Proof
Mintage: 5,000
Series: First World War Allied Forces (Final Issue)
Artist: Pandora Young
Theme: Canada’s Military / World War I Commemorative

Why Collect This Coin?

The Allied Forces: Great Britain coin offers a moving tribute to wartime heroism, highlighting not only the soldiers in combat but also the medical staff who risked their lives to save others. Its powerful narrative design, selective gold plating, and very low mintage make it an exceptional addition for collectors of military history, WWI memorabilia, and fine silver commemoratives.