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1 Dollar - Elizabeth II John F. Kennedy
2017 year| Silver (.999) | 31.103 g | 40.00 mm |
| Issuer | Solomon Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2017 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 SBD = USD 0.12 |
| Currency | Dollar (1977-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.103 g |
| Diameter | 40.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#207263 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
The PT-109 boat and the portrait of John F. Kennedy
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JOHN F. KENNEDY
1917-2017
PT109
ONE DOLLAR
Engraver: Stevan Stojanovic
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The design of this splendid coin pays tribute to the act of heroism, endurance, and leadership shown by Lieutenant John F. Kennedy in 1943 during WWII in the Solomon Islands.This coin is a representation of the most famous crash in naval history of this war. On the night of August 2, 1943 boat PT-109 was destroyed by Japanese aircraft. John F. Kennedy attempted to turn his ship starboard to aim the torpedoes, but there wasn’t enough time. The larger Japanese destroyer split PT-109 in half. Most of the crew was thrown into the water by the force of the impact - two were killed and one was badly burned.Over two days the men desperately looked for a way home with Kennedy taking a leadership role, but the rescue seemed increasingly far. Finally, two native Coastwatchers, who were patrolling the ocean, found the crew and helped them send a message to a base by using a coconut. Today, that very coconut is in the J.F.K museum in memory of that story.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a portrait of John F. Kennedy on the other side. This is a unique feature, as most coins only feature one person's portrait. Additionally, the coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's birth, making it a special edition coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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