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50 Cents - Elizabeth II
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 9.15 g | 29.01 mm |
| Issuer | The Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1974-2000 |
| Value | 50 Cents 0.50 BSD = USD 0.50 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 9.15 g |
| Diameter | 29.01 mm |
| Thickness | 1.98 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 32% |
Reverse
Blue Marlin, value at right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY
CENTS
Engraver: Arnold Machin
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Mintages with mintmark "FM" include varieties for Proof, Matte and Special UncirculatedInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, designed specifically for the Bahamian currency. The portrait was created by sculptor and engraver, Arnold Machin, and it has a distinctive crown-like shape around the Queen's head, which sets it apart from other coins featuring the Queen's image.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 FM | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 FM | 3828 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 1453 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 713 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 767 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 FM | 1980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 FM | 1217 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 FM | 1020 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 FM | 1036 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 FM | 7500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Cents - Elizabeth II 1974-2000 coin.
