The coin was specially struck to celebrate the 100th birthday of Johnny Johnson the last Dambuster. The coin is of superior design and manufacture, I cannot say what all the materials that it is made up of are; but I can confirm the quality of the coin. The coin weighs 46 Grams and is 5mm Deep and 5CM wide, a really big commemorative coin.

All coins are numbered ?/100 and there are only 14 coins remaining

Johnny was a member of the 617 Group of veterans for 10 years before he died.

The coin comes with the certificate, shown below, clarifying the history of the coin and the coin number out of 100 that you bought.

Limited Edition Centenary Commemorative Coin for

Sqn Ldr George “Johnny” Johnson MBE DFM

“Per Ardua ad Astra” — Through Adversity to the Stars

By Authority of Group 617 and in the Tradition of the Royal Air Force, let it be recorded that

Coin Number __________,

from the Limited Edition Striking of One Hundred Commemorative Coins, is hereby issued, recognised, and affirmed in honour of the Centenary of Squadron Leader George “Johnny” Johnson MBE DFM, the Last Surviving Crewmember of 617 Squadron’s Operation Chastise — The Dambuster Raid of 1943.

Bearing the spirit of the RAF motto “Per Ardua ad Astra”, and the proud heritage of 617 Squadron, whose emblem bears the Dam and Lightning Flash, this commemorative coin stands as a symbol of valour, a mark of devotion to duty, and a lasting tribute to a man whose courage has become woven into the very fabric of RAF history.

Let this certificate serve as formal testament that the coin herein described forms part of a strictly limited and honourable issue, struck to celebrate a century of service, remembrance, and the enduring legacy of a true British airman.

In witness whereof, and with the highest esteem, this certificate is granted on behalf of Group 617.

Signed: Chairman, Group 617