{"product_id":"the-1974-coinage-of-the-british-virgin-islands","title":"THE 1974 COINAGE OF THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"68\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"68\"\u003eA Stunning Tribute to Avian Majesty – The 1974 Coin Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eThis 1974 coin set is a standout in both artistry and execution. Famed coin designer Gilroy Roberts—best known for his work on the U.S. Kennedy half dollar—brought his masterful touch to this beautifully crafted numismatic collection, creating a vivid showcase of birdlife. The obverse of each coin features an elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, rendered by the renowned sculptor Arnold Machin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"676\" data-start=\"530\"\u003eA total of 93,555 sets were produced in this particular format, with each individual coin struck in a mintage of 94,000 pieces to meet the demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"678\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"678\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"882\" data-start=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"700\" data-start=\"680\"\u003eOne Cent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Struck in bronze, this smallest denomination fittingly features two of the bird kingdom’s tiniest gems—the Green-throated Carib and the Antillean Crested Hummingbird—on its reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1021\" data-start=\"886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1021\" data-start=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"910\" data-start=\"888\"\u003eFive Cents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted in copper-nickel, this coin presents a peaceful pair of Zenaida Doves, a common symbol of tranquility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"1023\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"1025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1046\" data-start=\"1025\"\u003eTen Cents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Also in copper-nickel, the ten cent piece showcases the bold and distinctive Ringed Kingfisher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1259\" data-start=\"1144\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1259\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1175\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003eTwenty-Five Cents:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Mangrove Cuckoo, wings extended in mid-motion, takes center stage on the quarter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1389\" data-start=\"1261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1389\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1286\" data-start=\"1263\"\u003eFifty Cents:\u003c\/strong\u003e While not known for its beauty, the Brown Pelican is rendered here with remarkable detail and dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003eOne Dollar:\u003c\/strong\u003e The crown jewel of the set—a silver coin featuring three Magnificent Frigatebirds, both airborne and perched, captures a scene both dramatic and graceful. This piece contains .7643 ounces of silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51180495995012,"sku":"BVI001","price":138.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/3447\/8468\/files\/2652-5626-0-300-wide__33038.1747258081.1280.1280.jpg?v=1759826007","url":"https:\/\/www.westedmontoncoinandstamp.com\/products\/the-1974-coinage-of-the-british-virgin-islands","provider":"West Edmonton Coin \u0026 Stamp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}