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20 Dollars Independence
1973 year| Gold (.585) | 2.90 g | 19.00 mm |
| 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 (.585) |
| Weight | 2.90 g |
| Diameter | 19.00 mm |
| Thickness | 3.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Four flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber), national bird.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1973
TWENTY DOLLARS
Edge
Reeded
Comment
There are several types of very similar coins to different KM#:
KM# 43.1: no date
KM# 43.2: date at right, cornucopia to the left
KM# 44 (this one): date at right, hallmark of finess to the left
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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. The coin's obverse side depicts a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side features a depiction of a family of three Bahamian people, symbolizing the country's diversity and unity. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 1260 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Dollars (Independence) 1973 coin.
