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1 Cent Independence
1972 year| Bronze | 1.98 g | 17.79 mm |
| Issuer | Trinidad and Tobago |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1976) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1972 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 TTD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1964-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.98 g |
| Diameter | 17.79 mm |
| Thickness | 1.07 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 3 July 2018 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9223 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Denomination surrounded by lettering, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
1
CENT
1972
TENTH ANNIVERSARY
Edge
Plain
Comment
The 2 islands gained their independence in 1962 and have been a republic since 1976.They are part of the Commonwealth.
Interesting fact
The 1 Cent (Independence) 1972 coin from Trinidad and Tobago was designed by local artist and sculptor, Isaac L. Henry. The coin features a portrait of Trinidad and Tobago's first prime minister, Eric Williams, on the obverse, and the Trinidad and Tobago coat of arms on the reverse. The coin was issued to commemorate the country's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on August 31, 1972.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 FM | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent (Independence) 1972 coin.
