1 Cent - Elizabeth II - 2'nd Portrait (1976 - 1985)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Cent |
| Catalog Number | KM# 1 |
| Weight (g) | 2.6 |
| Diameter (mm) | 17.5 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 0.01 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
Obverse
Engraved by Arnold Machin
Lettering:
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND
Description:
Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND
Description:
Queen Elizabeth II facing right.
Reverse
Engraved by John Donald
Lettering:
TUVALU
1c
1981
Description:
Lambis shell, denomination and date.
The Spider conch (Lambis lambis) is a very large sea snail, with an average shell length of 18 cm, with some growing up to 28 cm. They live in Mangrove areas, and other shallow habitats up to 5 m deep. Their main food is red algae.
TUVALU
1c
1981
Description:
Lambis shell, denomination and date.
The Spider conch (Lambis lambis) is a very large sea snail, with an average shell length of 18 cm, with some growing up to 28 cm. They live in Mangrove areas, and other shallow habitats up to 5 m deep. Their main food is red algae.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 93,000 | Very Common | |
| 1976 | 20,000 | Proof | Very Common |
| 1981 | Very Common | ||
| 1981 | Proof | Very Common | |
| 1985 | Very Common |