5 Dollars - Elizabeth II
| Silver (.925) (Copper .075) | 42.1193 g | 45 mm |
| Issuer | The Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1966-1970 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 BSD = USD 5.00 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (Copper .075) |
| Weight | 42.1193 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#14932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Coat of arms and motto of the Bahamas.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE DOLLARS
1966
EXPULSIS PIRATIS RESTITUTA COMMERCIA
Translation: Pirates defeated, commerce restored
Engraver: Arnold Machin
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Of the coins dated 1966: 20,000 were minted in 1966 and 5,000 were minted in 1967. All were minted in London.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Arnold Machin, which was specifically created for the Bahamian currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 22827 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 1966-1970 coin.
