Catalogus
| Uitgever | Belize (1973-date) |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 2012 |
| Type | Commemorative circulation coin |
| Waarde | 1 Dollar |
| Valuta | Dollar (1885-date) |
| Samenstelling | Nickel brass |
| Gewicht | 9 g |
| Diameter | 27.2 mm |
| Dikte | 2 mm |
| Vorm | Decagonal (10-sided) |
| Techniek | Milled |
| Oriëntatie | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | KM#136, Schön#132 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Jabiru (Jabiru mycteria) in flight towards left, floral ornament at left and right. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift voorzijde | ONE DOLLAR $1 BELIZE 2012 |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Central Bank of Belize building. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Latin |
| Opschrift keerzijde | CENTRAL BANK OF BELIZE 30TH ANNIVERSARY 1982 - 2012 |
| Rand | Segmented reeding |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
2012 - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 6861226270 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: The 2012 Belizean One Dollar coin, issued by the Central Bank, dates from Belize's post-independence era. As a Commonwealth realm, its Queen Elizabeth II effigy signifies constitutional ties. Its Central Bank issuance, established 1973, asserts monetary autonomy. It reflects the nation's financial stability, bridging historical ties with modern sovereignty.
Artistry: The obverse features the Fourth Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Ian Rank-Broadley, typical of Commonwealth coinage, in a dignified, realistic style. The reverse displays the intricate Belizean Coat of Arms, a potent national symbol. This heraldic design depicts two woodcutters, a mahogany tree, and a shield (