A. E. writes: I have a 1981 Charles/Diana wedding coin, special edition 25 pence silver piece. I thought that Great Britain doesnât make a 25 pence.It is about the size of a 50 cent piece.he copper-nickel issues are worth about US$1, issued in a plastic bank envelope, CuNi specimen, issued in a Royal Mint folder, about US$3.00. A silver (sterling) proof version was marketed by the British Royal Mint (28.27 grams sterling silver), mintage: 218,000. Value: about $25.
How long do you have to study to become an astronaut? A: NASA requires its mission specialists and its commander and pilot astronauts to have bachelor's degrees in biological science, physical science, mathematics or engineering; most people take four years to earn these degrees.
The general academic program for aerospace engineers begins with two years of science and basic engineering coursework. After that, two more years of specialized courses allow students to hone their career paths. Specialized courses cover topics like: 1  Propulsion. 2  Structure. 3  Thermodynamics.