Barbados – 1970 4 Dollars – FAO Issue – Elizabeth II (KM#A49)

The 1970 Barbados 4 Dollars FAO coin was issued to support the initiatives of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), highlighting global efforts to combat hunger and promote agricultural development. This issue forms part of an international series of FAO-themed coins released by various countries during the mid-20th century.

The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Elizabeth II, who was Queen of Barbados at the time. The surrounding inscription identifies her as monarch and reflects Barbados' status as a Commonwealth realm following independence in 1966.

The reverse displays a symbolic FAO-themed design, typically incorporating agricultural motifs such as crops or tools, along with the denomination "4 DOLLARS" and inscriptions referencing the FAO. The design emphasises the importance of food security and sustainable agriculture.

Struck in silver, this large commemorative coin was not intended for general circulation but rather for collectors and supporters of the FAO programme. Its size, silver content, and international theme make it an attractive piece for collectors of world commemoratives.

Coin Specifications

• Country: Barbados

• Year: 1970

• Denomination: 4 Dollars

• Catalogue: KM#A49

• Theme: FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)

• Composition: Silver (.800 fine)

• Weight: approx. 29 g

• Diameter: approx. 3839 mm

(FB 46)