20 Dollars (Independence) 1973 front 20 Dollars (Independence) 1973 back
20 Dollars (Independence) 1973 photo
© James Lally

20 Dollars Independence

1973 year
Gold (.750) 2.90 g 19.00 mm
Description
Issuer
The Bahamas
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1973
Value
20 Dollars 20 BSD = USD 20
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Gold (.750)
Weight
2.90 g
Diameter
19.00 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#82980
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Four flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber), national bird.

Script: Latin

Lettering: TWENTY DOLLARS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

There are several types of very similar coins to different KM#:

KM# 43.1 (this one): no date
KM# 43.2: date at right, cornucopia to the left
KM# 44: date at right, hallmark of finess to the left

Links below

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1973 Bahamian $20 Independence gold coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the country's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on July 10, 1973. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side depicts a Bahamian flag and the inscription "INDEPENDENCE 1973" in bold letters. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and investors.