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| Issuer | Jamaica |
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| Year | 1974 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | The Coat of Arms of Jamaica occupies the central field, featuring a quartered shield bearing five pineapples, supported by two Taino figures in traditional dress, with an American crocodile passant above on the crest. The national motto 'OUT OF MANY ONE PEOPLE' appears on a scroll at the base of the arms. The legend 'JAMAICA' arcs across the upper periphery, while 'TEN DOLLARS 1974' is inscribed along the lower periphery. The Franklin Mint 'FM' mintmark appears in the lower field. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | A large, detailed bust of Sir Henry Morgan is depicted facing slightly left, rendered in high relief with finely engraved detail showing his long curled hair, moustache, and ornate lace-trimmed collar and sash. Two period sailing ships appear in the background field, one to the left and one to the right of the portrait. The curved legend 'LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF JAMAICA 1674' arcs across the upper periphery. The name 'SIR HENRY MORGAN' is inscribed in bold letters across the lower portion of the field. |
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