4 Dollars - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1970 front 4 Dollars - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1970 back
4 Dollars - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1970 photo
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4 Dollars - Elizabeth II FAO

1970 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 28.28 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Barbados
Queen
Elizabeth II (1966-2021)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1970
Value
4 Dollars
Currency
Eastern Caribbean Dollar (1965-1972)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#9356
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Sugar cane and banana tree branch

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GROW MORE FOOD FOR MANKIND
4
DOLLARS

Engraver: Philip Nathan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Of the uncirculated coins, 30,000 were minted in 1971 in London and 2,600 were minted in 1975 in Llantrisant.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's reign, and it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's effigy on one side and the Barbados coat of arms on the other.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1970  2000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Dollars - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1970 coin.