25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Blue Marlin) 1985 front 25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Blue Marlin) 1985 back
25 Cents - Elizabeth II (Blue Marlin) 1985 photo
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25 Cents - Elizabeth II Blue Marlin

1985 year
Copper-nickel 7.72 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
British Virgin Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1985
Value
25 Cents (0.25&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
7.72 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#21880
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

Blue Marlin

Script: Latin

Lettering: 25 CENTS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

This coin is found in a proof set that has included stamps representing the coins. The proof set is more like a book encased in a PVC Jacket, rather than the typical snap case you would find most BVI proof coins in (Blue Encapsulated).

Interesting fact

The 1985 Elizabeth II (Blue Marlin) 25 Cents coin from the British Virgin Islands features a unique design of a blue marlin, a species of fish known for its impressive size and strength, on the reverse side. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. It is made of copper-nickel and weighs 7.72 grams.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985 FM - - - - - -

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