1 Cent (Swallow-Tailed Kite; Silver) 1974 front 1 Cent (Swallow-Tailed Kite; Silver) 1974 back
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1 Cent Swallow-Tailed Kite; Silver

1974 year
Silver (.925) 3.02 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Belize › Belize (1973-date)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974
Value
1 Cent 0.01 BZD = USD 0.0049
Currency
Dollar (1885-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
3.02 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#52277
Rarity index
42%

Reverse

Two swallow-tailed kites (Elanoides forficatus) in flight. Beaded circle around the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ONE CENT

Edge

Smooth with inscription

Script: Latin

Lettering: STERLING SILVER PROOF

Comment

Coin is part of an eight coin, sterling silver set. 1 cent-10 Dollars

Interesting fact

The Swallow-Tailed Kite coin from Belize features a unique design that showcases the country's rich wildlife. The coin's reverse side features an image of a Swallow-Tailed Kite in flight, set against a background of a sunset over the Caribbean Sea. The coin's design is not only visually stunning but also symbolic, as the Swallow-Tailed Kite is a migratory bird that travels from North America to Belize, making it a fitting representation of the country's connection to the natural world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974 FM 31000 - - - - - -

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