25 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 front 25 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 back
25 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 photo
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25 Dollars - Elizabeth II Columbus ships

1989 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Belize › Belize (1973-date)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
25 Dollars 25 BZD = USD 12
Currency
Dollar (1885-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Thickness
2.55 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#159962
Rarity index
84%

Reverse

Carrack Santa Maria at centre with caravels Nina and Pinta in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
25 DOLLARS
500TH ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBUS DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that commemorates the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's voyage to the Americas. The coin's reverse side depicts a representation of Columbus's ships, the Santa Maria, the Pinta, and the Niña, sailing across the ocean, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This coin was issued in 1989 by the Central Bank of Belize as part of a series of commemorative coins honoring significant historical events and figures.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  5000 - - - - - -

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