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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Independence
1974 yearCopper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 41.99 g | 50 mm |
Issuer | The Bahamas |
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Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1974 |
Value | 10 Dollars 10 BSD = USD 10 |
Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
Weight | 41.99 g |
Diameter | 50 mm |
Thickness | 3.12 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#70971 |
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Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Head Governor General Sir Milo B. Butler facing 3/4 right, denomination above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TEN DOLLARS
FM
SIR MILO B.BUTLER
GOVERNOR GENERAL
FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE - 10 JULY 1973
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Bahamian independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on July 10, 1973. The coin's design features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of the Bahamian coat of arms on the other. The coin's mintage was limited to 50,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1974 FM | 4825 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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