Solomon Islands 1980-FM 5 cents

from the Mountain Groan Collection

This specimen was issued by the Solomon Islands. The Solomon Islands, especially Guadalcanal, were the scene of heavy fighting during World War Two. Coinage commenced in 1977. This coin is a product of the Franklin Mint and was issued 1977-83. The reverse depicts a native mask from Santa Isabel island. As of August 2019, US$1 = SBD $8.13.

Recorded mintage: 6,000 plus 624 for sets plus 1,031 proofs.

Specification: 2.8 g, copper-nickel, 19.4 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM 3.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.

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