5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Silver) 1975-1981 front 5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Silver) 1975-1981 back
5 Cents (Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Silver) 1975-1981 photo
© World Coin Gallery

5 Cents Fork-Tailed Flycatcher; Silver

 
Silver (.925) 4.35 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Belize › Belize (1973-date)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Years
1975-1981
Value
5 Cents 0.05 BZD = USD 0.025
Currency
Dollar (1885-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
4.35 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#21395
Rarity index
45%

Reverse

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

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 CENTS

Engraver: Michael Rizzello

Edge

Smooth with inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering: STERLING SILVER PROOF

Interesting fact

The Fork-Tailed Flycatcher coin from Belize features a unique design, showcasing a bird perched on a branch with its distinctive forked tail prominently displayed.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1975 FM 13000 - - - - - -
1976 FM 5897 - - - - - -
1977 FM 3197 - - - - - -
1978 FM 3342 - - - - - -
1979 FM 2445 - - - - - -
1980 FM 1826 - - - - - -
1981 FM 615 - - - - - -

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; Silver) 1975-1981 coin.