10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1990 front 10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1990 back
10 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1987-1990 photo
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10 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait

 
Copper-nickel 3.9 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Cayman Islands (British Overseas Territories)
Issuing entity
Cayman Islands Currency Board
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1987-1990
Value
10 Cents 0.10 KYD = USD 0.12
Currency
Dollar (1972-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.9 g
Diameter
21 mm
Thickness
1.45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#5412
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Green Turtle surfacing creating ripples, denomination to the right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
10
SD

Engraver: Stuart Devlin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a depiction of a green sea turtle, which is native to the Cayman Islands. This design was created by the Caymanian artist, D.E. Cardoso, and it has become a distinctive feature of the Cayman Islands' currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987  317 - - - - - -
1988  318 - - - - - -
1990  - - - - - -

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) 1987-1990 coin.