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1 Cent F.A.O.
| Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) | 4.15 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1971-1974 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 JMD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
| Composition | Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin) |
| Weight | 4.15 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 15 February 2018 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#8297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Ackee (Blighia sapida) fruit, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LET US PRODUCE MORE FOOD
1
· ONE CENT ·
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that represents Jamaica's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a Jamaican woman, while the reverse side features a portrait of Kingston's famous landmark, the Bob Marley Museum. This coin was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Marcus Garvey, a prominent Jamaican leader and advocate for black rights.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 645000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1973 | 5500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent (F.A.O.) 1971-1974 coin.
