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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II 1971 photo
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II

1971 year
Silver (.925) (Copper .075) 42.12 g 45.01 mm
Description
Issuer
The Bahamas
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1971
Value
5 Dollars 5 BSD = USD 5.00
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.925) (Copper .075)
Weight
42.12 g
Diameter
45.01 mm
Thickness
2.79 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36469
Rarity index
43%

Reverse

Coat of arms and motto of the Bahamas.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE DOLLARS 1971
EXPULSIS PIRATIS RESTITUTA COMMERCIA

Translation: Pirates defeated, commerce restored

Engraver: Arnold Machin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1971 Bahamas $5 silver coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed by sculptor Arnold Machin, which was specifically created for this coin and is not found on any other currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1971 FM 31000 - - - - - -

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