10 Dollars (Streamer-tailed hummingbird; copper-nickel) 1980 front 10 Dollars (Streamer-tailed hummingbird; copper-nickel) 1980 back
10 Dollars (Streamer-tailed hummingbird; copper-nickel) 1980 photo
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10 Dollars Streamer-tailed hummingbird; copper-nickel

1980 year
Copper-nickel 22.1 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Jamaica
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1980
Value
10 Dollars 10 JMD = USD 0.06
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
22.1 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#80889
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Streamer-tailed hummingbird (Trochilus polytmus) flying right over hummingbird on branch and flowers.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1980

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Streamer-tailed Hummingbird coin from Jamaica features a unique design that showcases the island's rich biodiversity. Did you know that the Streamer-tailed Hummingbird, also known as the Doctor Bird, is Jamaica's national bird? It's known for its distinctive black and white feathers and its long, streamer-like tail feathers, which can grow up to 20 cm in length. The coin's design captures the beauty and elegance of this bird species, making it a popular collector's item for numismatists and bird enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980 FM 5668 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars (Streamer-tailed hummingbird; copper-nickel) 1980 coin.