5 Dollars (Voyage of Christopher Columbus) 1991 front 5 Dollars (Voyage of Christopher Columbus) 1991 back
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5 Dollars Voyage of Christopher Columbus

1991 year
Silver (.925) 19.44 g 36.00 mm
Description
Issuer
The Bahamas
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
5 Dollars 5 BSD = USD 5.00
Currency
Dollar (1966-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
19.44 g
Diameter
36.00 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#73584
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Bust of Christopher Columbus at left, King Ferdinand II and Queen Isabella standing at right, sailing ships in background.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
500TH
ANNIVERSARY
OF THE AMERICAS
Voyage of
Columbus
·1492
·A·SH·
5 DOLLARS

Engraver: Alex Shagin

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1991 Bahamian Silver $5 coin commemorating the Voyage of Christopher Columbus features a unique design element: a small compass etched into the rim of the coin. This subtle detail serves as a nod to Columbus's navigational skills and the significance of his voyage in shaping the modern world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  25000 - - - - - -

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