Battle of Hastings 1 oz Silver 2009
The Battle of Hastings (14 October 1066) was the decisive clash in the Norman invasion of England in 1066 between the Norman army under William the Conqueror and the Anglo-Saxon commoners and guards commanded by King Harold II. Because it resulted in the invaders from the European continent overrunning the entire country, the Battle of Hastings is regarded as one of the decisive battles in the history of the world. To honour the famous battles, the renowned Perth Mint has created a series of coins: Famous Battles. The Battle of Hastings is the third coin in this series and, made of premium silver, is the perfect addition to the collection.The obverse depicts an image of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain wearing a crown and also includes the coin's face value and the date of minting.The reverse shows the figure of a charging Norman Knight against the background of the historic Bayeux tapestry. Above is the inscription "The Battle of Hastings 1066" .Do you need help? Do you have any questions?Ask a question and we'll respond promptly, publishing the most interesting questions and answers for others. 
