1 Dollar - Elizabeth II William Kidd
2011 year| Aluminium bronze | 13.8 g | 30.6 mm |
| Issuer | Tuvalu |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 1 Dollar 1 AUD = USD 0.67 |
| Currency | Dollar (1976-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 13.8 g |
| Diameter | 30.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#242417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lettering:
P
DB
William Kidd
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2011 Tuvalu $1 Elizabeth II (William Kidd) coin is that it features a unique reverse design, depicting a portrait of the infamous Scottish pirate William Kidd, who was active in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The coin's design is based on a historical engraving of Kidd, and it's surrounded by a decorative border with the inscription "William Kidd, Pirate of the High Seas." This coin is a fascinating piece of numismatic history, especially for those interested in piracy and maritime history.
