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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Balcony Scene
1996 year| Silver (.925) | 28.28 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | Barbados |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1966-2021) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 BBD = USD 2.50 |
| Currency | Dollar (1973-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#84635 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip on balcony waving
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIVAT REGINA ELIZABETHA
1926-1996
: FIVE DOLLARS :
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1996 $5 Elizabeth II (Balcony Scene) coin from Barbados features a unique design that showcases a scene from the balcony of Buckingham Palace, where Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip were photographed on their 40th wedding anniversary. This coin is particularly interesting because it is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced in limited quantities for collectors. Additionally, the coin is made of silver (.925) and weighs 28.28 grams, making it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
