2019 5 POUNDS D DAY LANDING 11:00 ( PROOF )

Commemorate the mid-morning surge of D-Day with this 2022 5 Pounds proof coin marking the 11:00 landings on the Normandy beaches. This Royal Mint release documents the intensifying phase of Operation Overlord, when successive assault waves reinforced the initial beachhead and expanded the Allied foothold. The proof striking showcases exceptional craftsmanship, with brilliant mirror fields providing striking contrast to the frosted relief that captures fine design detail with precision. This specific timestamp represents a critical juncture in the invasion timeline, appealing to collectors and historians studying the coordinated progression of the amphibious assault. The five-pound denomination carries both numismatic distinction and profound historical weight, making this coin an essential piece for those documenting the sequential events of 6 June 1944 and honouring the sacrifice of those who participated in this transformative military campaign.