The world's first-ever mechanical silver coin - officially licensed by the Royal Air Force2021 marked a milestone in aviation history as it was 85 years ago, from Eastleigh Aerodrome, that the very first Spitfire took to the air on its maiden flight. Built to the pioneering design of R. J. Mitchell, the Supermarine Spitfire is arguably the most iconic classic British fighter ever built.  To mark the 85th Anniversary of the Spitfires first flight, this truly unique three-ounce silver coin has been crafted and officially issued under license with The Royal Air Force.The Spirit of the iconic Supermarine Spitfre is captured on an equally iconic coinIt is said that the Spitfire married science, technology and art to createa thing of beauty. This was an aircraft of such agility, pluck and ingenious engineering that it as became an enduring symbol of the British fighting spirit. No other plane quite encapsulates the British spirit as well as the Supermarine Spitfire. Marrying the minters