100 Balboas (Dove Orchid) 1978 front 100 Balboas (Dove Orchid) 1978 back
100 Balboas (Dove Orchid) 1978 photo
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100 Balboas Dove Orchid

1978 year
Gold (.900) 8.16 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Panama
Period
Republic (1903-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1978
Value
100 Balboas 100 PAB = USD 100
Currency
Balboa (1904-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
8.16 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#85286
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

"Dove" Orchid, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PAZ Y PROGRESO
1978

Translation: Peace and Progress

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Peristeria elata or the "Dove Orchid" is the national flower of Panama.

Interesting fact

The 100 Balboas (Dove Orchid) coin from Panama, made of Gold (.900) and weighing 8.16g, is a non-circulating coin that was minted in 1978. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a dove orchid on one side and the Panamanian coat of arms on the other. The dove orchid is a symbol of peace and love, and it is also the national flower of Panama. This coin is a rare and beautiful collector's item that is highly sought after by numismatists and coin collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978 FM 300 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Balboas (Dove Orchid) 1978 coin.