5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass) 1974 front 5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass) 1974 back
5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass) 1974 photo
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5 Cents Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass

1974 year
Nickel brass 3.63 g 20.19 mm
Description
Issuer
Belize › Belize (1973-date)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974
Value
5 Cents 0.05 BZD = USD 0.025
Currency
Dollar (1885-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
3.63 g
Diameter
20.19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#19703
Rarity index
33%

Reverse

Two fork-tailed flycatchers (Tyrannus savana) on tree branches. Beaded circle around the rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering: FIVE CENTS

Engraver: Michael Rizzello

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Fork-Tailed Flycatcher coin from Belize features a unique design, with the bird's tail feathers shaped like a fork. This design was chosen to represent the bird's distinctive tail, which is known for its unique shape.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974 FM 21000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass) 1974 coin.