1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Silver Proof Issue) 1973-1984 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Silver Proof Issue) 1973-1984 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Silver Proof Issue) 1973-1984 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; Silver Proof Issue

 
Silver (.925) 25.7 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
British Virgin Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1973-1984
Value
1 Dollar (1&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
25.7 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#15537
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Magnificent Frigate bird

Script: Latin

Lettering: ONE DOLLAR

Engraver: Gilroy Roberts

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was specifically designed for the British Virgin Islands. The portrait was created by sculptor and engraver, Arnold Machin, and it shows the Queen wearing a crown and facing to the right, unlike the more common portraits of her that face to the left. This distinctive design makes the coin stand out from other coins featuring the Queen's image and adds to its collectibility.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973 FM 181000 - - - - - -
1974 FM 94000 - - - - - -
1975 FM 32000 - - - - - -
1976 FM 15000 - - - - - -
1977 FM 7218 - - - - - -
1978 FM 7059 - - - - - -
1979 FM 5304 - - - - - -
1980 FM 3421 - - - - - -
1981 FM 1124 - - - - - -
1982 FM 1865 - - - - - -
1983 FM 478 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Silver Proof Issue) 1973-1984 coin.