Obverse. Photo © Royal Canadian Mint
  • 1 Dollar 2024, RCM# 246446, Canada, Charles III, 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force
  • 1 Dollar 2024, RCM# 246446, Canada, Charles III, 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force
  • 1 Dollar 2024, RCM# 246446, Canada, Charles III, 100th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force, Proof 7 coin set
Description

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) serves as the air and space branch of Canada’s military, with a mission to provide relevant and responsive airpower to the Canadian Armed Forces. As of 2020, the RCAF operates 258 manned aircraft and nine unmanned aerial vehicles, supported by over 12,000 Regular Force members, nearly 2,000 Reservists, and civilian staff. The RCAF plays a critical role in enforcing Canadian airspace security, supporting naval and army missions, and partnering with the U.S. under NORAD to protect continental airspace. It also leads the National Search and Rescue Program.

Established in 1920 as the Canadian Air Force, it received royal sanction in 1924, becoming the Royal Canadian Air Force. The RCAF has participated in major conflicts including World War II, the Korean War, and the Gulf War, as well as numerous peacekeeping and NATO operations. Though amalgamated into the unified Canadian Armed Forces in 1968, the RCAF regained its historic name in 2011. Over the years, it has adapted to modern threats, contributing to international efforts in Libya, Afghanistan, and Eastern Europe.

Obverse

Depicts a left-profile portrayal of King Charles III, clad in a shirt and tie without a crown, encircled by a Latin inscription, with the engraver's initials located on the neck and the issue date on the bottom.

CHARLES III DEI GRATIA REX means King Charles III, by the Grace of God King

Engraver: Steven Rosati (SR)

CHARLES III D·G·REX
SR

Reverse

Depicts the RCAF badge featuring an eagle with outstretched wings, placed over the Canadian Armed Forces Command badge frame, which includes a circlet flanked by maple leaves and topped with the Royal Crown. Below the badge, on a scroll, is the RCAF motto, Sic Itur ad Astra (“Such is the pathway to the stars”).

St. Edward's Crown is one of the oldest Crown Jewels in the United Kingdom and serves as the centerpiece of the coronation regalia. Named after Edward the Confessor, it has been traditionally used to crown English and British monarchs during coronation ceremonies. The current version was crafted for the coronation of Charles II in 1661.

CANADA DOLLAR
SIC ITUR AD ASTRA
1924-2024

Edge
Characteristics
Type Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating)
Material Silver
Fineness 0.9999
Weight 23.17 g
Diameter 36.07 mm
Thickness -
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Mint
Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)

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