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15 Cents - Elizabeth II
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 6.50 g | - |
| Issuer | The Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1966-1970 |
| Value | 15 Cents 0.15 BSD = USD 0.15 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 6.50 g |
| Size | 25.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.96 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis).
Script: Latin
Lettering: · · · FIFTEEN 1969 CENTS · · ·
Engraver: Arnold Machin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Of the coins dated 1966: 625,000 were minted in 1966 and 80,000 were minted in 1969. All were minted in London.Of the coins dated 1969: 500,000 were minted in 1969 in London and 500,000 were minted in 1970 in London and Llantrisant.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 15 Cents - Elizabeth II 1966-1970 coin from The Bahamas is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a depiction of a Spanish galleon, which is a nod to the country's rich history as a hub for pirates and privateers.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 930000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 22827 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1966-1970 coin.
