10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1986-1987 front 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1986-1987 back
10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1986-1987 photo
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10 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait

 
Copper-nickel 5.66 g 23.6 mm
Description
Issuer
Fiji
Queen
Elizabeth II (1970-1987)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1986-1987
Value
10 Cents (0.10&nbspFJD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.66 g
Diameter
23.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
April 2009
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#3931
Rarity index
12%

Reverse

An I ula tavatava (a throwing club) and denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
cents

Engraver: Ken Payne

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1986-1987 coin from Fiji is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Fijian currency. The portrait was created by sculptor Raphael Maklouf and features the Queen wearing a crown and a necklace, with a stern expression. This design was used on Fijian coins from 1986 to 1987, before being replaced by a new design.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  740000 - - - - - -
1987  740000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1986-1987 coin.