© Fire Blade5
© Fire Blade5
50 Dollars Big Boy
1996 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 38.71 mm |
| Issuer | Marshall Islands |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1979-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 50 Dollars (50 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.71 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#155481 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Steam locomotive left
Value above
Date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIFTY DOLLARS
S
BIG BOY
1996
Engraver: Craig Thorpe
Edge
Milled
Comment
Built in the early 1940's, Big Boy weighed over 594 tons, the heaviest reciprocating steam locomotive ever manufactured. Only 25 were constructed, 8 remain.(COA)
Interesting fact
The 1996 Marshall Islands 50 Dollar "Big Boy" silver coin features a unique design, showcasing a large sailfish jumping out of the ocean waves on its reverse side. This coin is a popular collector's item among numismatists and marine life enthusiasts.
