1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Blackbeard
2010 year| Aluminium bronze | 13.80 g | 30.60 mm |
| Issuer | Tuvalu |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.67 |
| Currency | Dollar (1976-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 13.80 g |
| Diameter | 30.60 mm |
| Thickness | 3.10 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#44867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
The aluminium bronze coin depicts Blackbeard, who tied smouldering hemp chords in his long black hair to heighten his devilish air. The design, which incorporates The Perth Mint’s ‘P’ mintmark, includes a chest containing a coloured representation of pirate treasure.
Lettering:
P
DB
Blackbeard
Engraver: Darryl Bellotti
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 2010 Tuvalu Elizabeth II (Blackbeard) $1 coin is unique in that it features a pirate ship on the reverse side, which is a nod to the infamous pirate Blackbeard, who is believed to have hidden treasure on the island of Tuvalu. The coin's design is meant to commemorate the legend of Blackbeard and his association with the island.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 P | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Blackbeard) 2010 coin.
