5 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 front 5 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 back
5 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 photo
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5 Cents - Elizabeth II

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 3.89 g 21.01 mm
Description
Issuer
The Bahamas
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1971-1973
Value
5 Cents 0.05 BSD = USD 0.05
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
3.89 g
Diameter
21.01 mm
Thickness
1.52 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#10215
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Pineapple (Ananas comosus) above garland.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE CENTS
19 72
·

Engraver: Arnold Machin

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor and engraver Arnold Machin. The portrait was specifically created for the Bahamian coinage and has a distinctive depiction of the Queen, with a more relaxed and friendly expression compared to other coinage portraits of her.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971 FM 30493 - - - - - -
1972 FM 34789 - - - - - -
1973 FM 34815 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - Elizabeth II 1971-1973 coin.