1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1976 front 1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1976 back
1 Dollar - Elizabeth II (Independence) 1976 photo
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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II Independence

1976 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 10 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Barbados
Queen
Elizabeth II (1966-2021)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1976
Value
1 Dollar 1 BBD = USD 0.50
Currency
Dollar (1973-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Equilateral curve heptagon (7-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#22720
Rarity index
45%

Reverse

Flying fish left

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PN
ONE DOLLAR

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1976 Barbados Independence dollar coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On the obverse side, the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Barbadian sugar cane worker, symbolizing the island's long history of sugar production and its significance to the country's economy. The coin's design was created by Barbadian artist and sculptor, Karl Broodhagen, and it has become a popular collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Caribbean history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1976 FM 996 - - - - - -

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