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1 Cent - Elizabeth II

🇧🇸 Bahamas · 1 Cent · 1966–Present
Regular
Weight3.13 g
Diameter19.05 mm
Mintage 10,185,981
Alignment↑↑ Medal
CompositionNickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel)
DesignerArnold Machin
RulerElizabeth II
ReferenceKM# 16
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BHS-35

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1971 Bahamas 1 Cent coins were minted?
10,185,981 were struck.
What is a 1971 Bahamas 1 Cent made of?
Nickel brass (79% Copper, 20% Zinc, 1% Nickel), weighing 3.13 g.
What is the melt value of a 1971 Bahamas 1 Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1971 Bahamas 1 Cent a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.