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5 Dollars Independence
1982 year| Copper-nickel | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Trinidad and Tobago |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1976-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1982 |
| Value | 5 Dollars 5 TTD = USD 0.74 |
| Currency | Dollar (1964-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#84206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Scarlet Ibis and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE
5
DOLLARS
Interesting fact
The 5 Dollars (Independence) 1982 coin from Trinidad and Tobago made of Copper-nickel is a unique piece as it was minted to commemorate the country's 25th anniversary of independence from British colonial rule. It features the national coat of arms and the inscription "Trinidad and Tobago" on one side, and the image of a hummingbird, the national bird, on the other. This coin is not only a beautiful collector's item but also a symbol of the country's rich history and heritage.
