15 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 front 15 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 back
15 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 photo
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15 Cents - Elizabeth II

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 6.48 g -
Description
Issuer
The Bahamas
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1971-1973
Value
15 Cents 0.15 BSD = USD 0.15
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
6.48 g
Size
25.00 mm
Thickness
2.06 mm
Shape
Square with rounded corners
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#20543
Rarity index
17%

Reverse

Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis).

Script: Latin

Lettering: · · · FIFTEEN 1972 CENTS · · ·

Engraver: Arnold Machin

Edge

Plain

Comment

The three dots to either side of the denomination and date are missing from the 1973 proof and business strikes.

Interesting fact

The 15 cents coin featuring Elizabeth II from the Bahamas is unique because it was minted during a brief period when the country was transitioning from using the British system of pounds and pence to the decimal system. As a result, this coin has both the old and new denominations on opposite sides, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971 FM 31000 - - - - - -
1972 FM 35000 - - - - - -
1973 FM 35000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 15 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 coin.