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5 Cents Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Nickel-Brass
| Nickel brass | 3.65 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Belize › Belize (1973-date) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1975-1976 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 BZD = USD 0.025 |
| Currency | Dollar (1885-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 3.65 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#31168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
Reverse
Two fork-tailed flycatchers (Tyrannus savana) on tree branches. Beaded circle around the rim.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 CENTS
Engraver: Michael Rizzello
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 symbolize the bird's distinctive tail, which is characterized by two long, fork-like feathers. This coin is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. It is made of nickel brass, a copper and zinc alloy, and weighs 3.65 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 FM | 8794 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 4893 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1975-1976 coin.
