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© Black Mountain Coins
10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Conservation; .500 Silver
1978 year| Silver (.500) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Fiji |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1970-1987) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 10 Dollars 10 FJD = USD 4.54 |
| Currency | Dollar (1969-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 2.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#103238 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Pink-billed parrot finch (Erythrura kleinschmidti) on a branch facing right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: $10
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The Pink-billed Diamond (Erythrura kleinschmidti), also known as the Black-faced Pope, is a species of small passerine bird found only on the island of Viti Levu in Fiji. (Source: www.wikipedia.org)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1978 Fiji 10 Dollars Elizabeth II (Conservation; .500 Silver) coin is that it was minted to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee, which marked 25 years of her reign. The coin's design features a portrait of the Queen on one side and a depiction of a Fijian village on the other, with the inscription "Conservation" above it. The use of the word "Conservation" on the coin highlights Fiji's commitment to preserving its natural resources and protecting the environment. Additionally, the coin's silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 3582 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Conservation; .500 Silver) 1978 coin.
