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1 Dollar Wide legend
| Copper-nickel | 29 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1969-1970 |
| Value | 1 Dollar (1 JMD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 29 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1995 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#11486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Bust of first Prime Minister Sir Alexander Bustamante facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· BUSTAMANTE ·
FIRST PRIME MINISTER 1962-67
Engraver: Paul Vincze
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1969-1970 Jamaican $1 coin featuring a wide legend has a unique feature - it has a raised rim on both sides of the coin, which was not present in previous or subsequent years' designs. This makes it stand out from other coins in the series and adds an extra layer of interest for collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 14000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (Wide legend) 1969-1970 coin.
