10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Silver Proof - Set Issue) 1973-1981 front 10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Silver Proof - Set Issue) 1973-1981 back
10 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Silver Proof - Set Issue) 1973-1981 photo
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10 Dollars - Elizabeth II Silver Proof - Set Issue

 
Silver (.925) 37.90 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Barbados
Queen
Elizabeth II (1966-2021)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1973-1981
Value
10 Dollars 10 BBD = USD 5.00
Currency
Dollar (1973-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
37.90 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#26311
Rarity index
23%

Reverse

Neptune, God of the Sea sitting at the left facing right with his left arm extended straight out holding his trident and his right arm down by his side with his hand placed on a mahi-mahi fish (Coryphaena hippurus).

Script: Latin

Lettering: TEN DOLLARS

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was specifically created for this coin by the Barbados-based sculptor and medallist, Ian Rank-Broadley. This design was used exclusively on the 10-dollar silver proof coins issued by Barbados between 1973 and 1981, making it a distinctive and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1973 FM 97000 - - - - - -
1974 FM 57000 - - - - - -
1975 FM 29000 - - - - - -
1977 FM 7212 - - - - - -
1978 FM 7079 - - - - - -
1979 FM 6534 - - - - - -
1980 FM 3618 - - - - - -
1981 FM 835 - - - - - -

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 (Silver Proof - Set Issue) 1973-1981 coin.