Country: Barbados Island, Commonwealth. Queen Elizabeth II
Type: Standard circulation coin (Matte)
Years: 1975 (1973-1986)
Value: 1 Dollar (1) BBD
Currency: Dollar (1972-date)
Mintage: 500
Composition: Copper-Nickel
Weight: 10 g
Diameter: 27.8 mm
Shape: Heptagon (7-sided)
Orientation: Medal Alignment ↑↑
Grade: UNC
References: KM# 14.1
Obverse:
Coat of arms of Barbados divides date.
Lettering:
1975
PRIDE AND INDUSTRY
BARBADOS
Engraver: Philip Nathan
Reverse:
Flying fish left, value below.
Lettering:
ONE DOLLAR
PN
Engraver: Philip Nathan
Edge:
Plain
Comments:
Coin is much bigger than dollar 1988-2005 and heavier.
The flying fish is the national fish of Barbados.
Although famous for their ability to fly, flying fish actually glide. They swim rapidly close to the surface of the water before leaping above it and spreading their fins. They use these fins and the lower portion of their tail to propel themselves at speeds in excess of 55 kilometers per hour for distances as great as 100 meters.
Flying fish were once extremely plentiful in Barbados, but as a result of migration and stock depletion, the numbers have declined. However, they still account for a significant percentage of the annual fish catch, and continue to be enjoyed as a Barbadian delicacy, including as part of Barbados’ national dish: flying fish and cou cou.
(From Central Bank of Barbados)
Riferimento : KM# 14.1
Fonte : https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces9...
Collezione : Elizabeth II - Queen of the United Kingdom (1952-2022)