25 Cents (Independence) 1983 front 25 Cents (Independence) 1983 back
25 Cents (Independence) 1983 photo
Obverse © delcampe.net

25 Cents Independence

1983 year
Copper-nickel 14.55 g 32.3 mm
Description
Issuer
Jamaica
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1983
Value
25 Cents (0.25&nbspJMD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
14.55 g
Diameter
32.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1995
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62537
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Red-billed streamertail (Trochilus polytmus) and flower at centre.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
TWENTY FIVE CENTS
25

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1983 Jamaican 25 Cents (Independence) coin features a unique design that commemorates Jamaica's independence from British colonial rule, which was achieved on August 6, 1962. The coin's reverse side depicts a stylized image of a Jamaican national hero, Marcus Garvey, who played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence. Garvey is shown standing proudly with his right hand raised in a gesture of triumph, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, who was still the head of state of Jamaica at the time the coin was minted. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a fascinating piece of Jamaican history.