1992 Solomon Islands 50th Anniversary Battle of Guadalcanal 4 Coin Gold Proof Set Boxed

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1992 Solomon Islands 50th Anniversary Battle of Guadalcanal 4 Coin Gold Proof Set Boxed

A four coin proof set issued by the Royal Mint for the Solomon Islands to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Guadalcanal. It features 1oz, 1/2oz, 1/4oz, 1/10oz coins. Limited to 500 sets. Boxed with certificate.

The 1oz coin shows the USS San Francisco, an American heavy carrier, in flames after a Japanese plane crashed into the aft section.

The 1/2 oz coin shows US forces landing at Guadalcanal on 7th August 1942.

The 1/4 oz coin shows US forces advancing through the jungle.

The 1/10th oz coin shows US forces defending Henderson airfield.