5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Royal Tern) 1981 front 5 Dollars - Elizabeth II (Royal Tern) 1981 back
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5 Dollars - Elizabeth II Royal Tern

1981 year
Copper-nickel 35.25 g 42.1 mm
Description
Issuer
British Virgin Islands
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
5 Dollars (5&nbspUSD)
Currency
Dollar (1785-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
35.25 g
Diameter
42.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#65311
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Royal Tern left

Script: Latin

Lettering: FIVE DOLLARS

Engraver: Gilroy Roberts

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1981 Elizabeth II (Royal Tern) 5 Dollar coin from the British Virgin Islands features a unique design, showcasing a beautiful Royal Tern bird on the reverse side, while the obverse side features Queen Elizabeth II. This coin is made of copper-nickel and weighs 35.25 grams. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item. This makes it a rare and unique addition to any coin collection.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981 FM 472 - - - - - -

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