5 Cents (Silver Proof issue) 1981 front 5 Cents (Silver Proof issue) 1981 back
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5 Cents Silver Proof issue

1981 year
Silver (.925) 3.5 g 21.15 mm
Description
Issuer
Trinidad and Tobago
Period
Republic (1976-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
5 Cents 0.05 TTD = USD 0.0074
Currency
Dollar (1964-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
21.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#106294
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Greater Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea apoda), denomination at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
CENTS

Designer: Norman E. Nemeth

Comment

The Greater Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea apoda) was introduced from New Guinea, now extinct in Trinidad.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1981 Trinidad and Tobago 5 Cents Silver Proof coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing a traditional Trinidadian Carnival mask, which adds to its collectibility and cultural significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981 FM 898 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Silver Proof issue) 1981 coin.