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Marshall Islands – Complete Set of 24 Commemorative 10 Dollar Coins from the “Legendary Aircraft of World War II” Series, 1991 – Allied and Axis Fighters, Bombers and Transport Aircraft, Mintage: Only 50,000, in Original Leather-Look Presentation Case - Marshall Islands – Complete Set of 24 Commemorative 10 Dollar Coins from the “Legendary Aircraft of World War II” Series, 1991 – Allied and Axis Fighters, Bombers and Transport Aircraft, Mintage: Only 50,000, in Original Leather-Look Presentation Case Country: Marshall Islands Year: 1991 Series: Legendary Aircraft of World War II Type: Non-circulating commemorative coins Quantity: 24 coins Denomination: 10 Dollars each Total Face Value: 240 Dollars Composition: Brass Weight: 20.8 g each Total Weight: 499.2 g Diameter: 34.6 mm each Strike: Prooflike Edge: Reeded Mint: Sunshine Minting, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, USA Designer: Don Everhart Mintage: 50,000 An impressive complete commemorative set of 24 coins issued by the Republic of the Marshall Islands in 1991 and dedicated to the legendary aircraft of World War II. The series presents a wide variety of fighters, bombers, attack, reconnaissance and transport aircraft that served in the various theaters of the war. The collection features aircraft from the United States, Great Britain, the Soviet Union, Germany, Japan, France and Italy, providing a broad representation of military aviation during World War II. Common Obverse: The national seal of the Republic of the Marshall Islands appears in the center, surrounded by the inscription “REPUBLIC OF THE MARSHALL ISLANDS”. The denomination $10, the year of issue 1991 and the motto “JEPILPILIN KE EJUKAAN”, referring to accomplishment through joint effort, also appear. Reverse: Each of the 24 coins features a different design dedicated to a specific World War II aircraft. The aircraft are depicted in detailed scenes of flight, action or combat, together with the aircraft name, the denomination “10 TEN DOLLARS” and the S mintmark. The 24 coins included in the set: 1. P-51 Mustang – United States An American long-range fighter and one of the most recognizable U.S. military aircraft of World War II. The Mustang played a major role in escorting Allied bombers on long-range missions over Europe. 2. B-29 Superfortress – United States A four-engine American heavy bomber designed for long-range strategic bombing missions. It is particularly associated with the air campaign against Japan during the final stages of World War II. 3. B-25 Mitchell – United States An American twin-engine medium bomber that served in numerous theaters of war. It became particularly famous following the Doolittle Raid on Japan in 1942. 4. PBY Catalina – United States A twin-engine flying boat used for long-range maritime patrol, search and rescue, anti-submarine warfare and other missions. The Catalina became one of the most recognizable flying boats of the war. 5. Messerschmitt Bf 109 – Germany A German fighter that formed one of the mainstays of the Luftwaffe. It served in virtually every theater in which the German Air Force operated and became one of the most important fighter aircraft of the period. 6. Supermarine Spitfire – Great Britain The iconic British fighter particularly associated with the Battle of Britain. The Spitfire was renowned for its aerodynamic design and distinctive elliptical wings and remained in service in numerous variants throughout the war. 7. Mitsubishi A6M Reisen “Zero” – Japan A Japanese carrier-based fighter commonly known in the West as the “Zero”. During the early stages of the war, it became famous for its exceptional range and maneuverability. 8. Grumman F6F Hellcat – United States An American carrier-based fighter and one of the most important U.S. Navy fighter aircraft of the Pacific War. 9. Yakovlev Yak-9 – Soviet Union A Soviet fighter aircraft that became one of the principal fighter types of the Soviet Air Force during the second half of World War II. 10. B-17 Flying Fortress – United States A four-engine American heavy bomber famous for strategic bombing missions over Europe. The coin depicts two B-17 Flying Fortresses in flight. 11. Hawker Hurricane – Great Britain A British fighter that played a major role in the Battle of Britain. Alongside the Spitfire, the Hurricane was one of the Royal Air Force's most important fighters during the early years of the war. 12. de Havilland Mosquito – Great Britain A British twin-engine multi-role aircraft renowned for its speed and unusual construction, which made extensive use of wood. It served as a bomber, fighter, reconnaissance and attack aircraft. 13. Avro Lancaster – Great Britain A four-engine British heavy bomber and one of the most famous aircraft of RAF Bomber Command. The coin depicts a Lancaster dropping a bomb during a “Dam Buster” mission. 14.