250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 front 250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 back
250 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Columbus ships) 1989 photo
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250 Dollars - Elizabeth II Columbus ships

1989 year
Gold (.917) 15.98 g 28.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Belize › Belize (1973-date)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
250 Dollars 250 BZD = USD 124
Currency
Dollar (1885-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
15.98 g
Diameter
28.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61900
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering:
500TH ANNIVERSARY OF COLUMBUS DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD
250
DOLLARS

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. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  500 - - - - - -

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