This .999 fine silver plated coin marks the Miracle of Dunkirk, a moment of unity and survival that changed the course of the Second World War. In late May and early June 1940, against overwhelming odds, over 330,000 Allied troops were successfully evacuated from the beaches of northern France in what became one of the most extraordinary rescue efforts in military history.
Struck to a proof-like finish and plated in fine .999 silver, the coin features a full colour design depicting a single Allied vessel; symbolising the courage of the crews who risked everything to bring stranded soldiers home. The obverse carries the official 50 cents denomination of the Solomon Islands.
Presented in a themed blister card with commemorative artwork, this 2025 issue offers a moving tribute to the spirit of hope and endurance that defined the Miracle of Dunkirk and stands as a collectable reminder of one of the war’s most iconic moments.
