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1980 Trinidad and Tobago 25 Cents Copper-Nickel
1980 Trinidad and Tobago 25 Cents Copper-Nickel KM# 32
This 1980 25 Cents coin from the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is a notable piece of Caribbean numismatic history. Struck in a durable copper-nickel composition, the obverse features the intricate National Coat of Arms, which includes the Scarlet Ibis and the Cocrico bird, flanked by the country's name and the 1980 date. The reverse depicts the denomination prominently alongside a beautiful spray of the Chaconia flower, the national flower of Trinidad and Tobago. This specific coin is identified by the catalog number KM# 32 and is presented in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip for preservation. As a copper-nickel issue from the post-independence era, this coin represents the sovereign heritage of the islands and is an essential addition for collectors of world coins or Commonwealth currency.
1980 Trinidad and Tobago 25 Cents Copper-Nickel Coin
Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition, exhibiting signs of standard surface wear consistent with its age, including minor marks and scuffs on the fields and design elements. The overall details of the coat of arms and the botanical motif remain legible.
Mint: Not specified, standard circulation strike.
Metal Content: Copper-Nickel.
Historical Context: Issued in 1980 by the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, this 25-cent coin features the national coat of arms on the obverse and a design representing local flora on the reverse. It was part of the standard circulating coinage for the nation during a period of economic development.
Strike Type: Circulation strike.
Grading: Not professionally graded, estimated in the Extremely Fine (EF/XF) range based on visual assessment.
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