British Honduras Coin List
British Honduras | 5 cents
British Honduras | 25 cents
British Honduras | 1 cent
British Honduras | 50 cents
British Honduras | 25 cents
British Honduras | 1 cent
British Honduras | 5 cents
British Honduras | 10 cents
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable British Honduras coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The monetary history of British Honduras is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From its beginnings as a British colony to its transformation into Belize, the country has experienced various stages in its monetary system, each with its own characteristics and challenges.
Colonial currency and transition
During the colonial period, British Honduras mainly used the British Honduran dollar, introduced in 1885. This currency was pegged to the pound sterling and was divided into 100 cents. In 1949, a significant change occurred when the country adopted the British Caribbean dollar, a common currency for several British colonies in the Caribbean. This monetary system persisted until Belize's independence in 1981.
Modern Belize Numismatics
After independence, Belize established its own national currency: the Belize dollar. Initially, British Caribbean dollar coins remained in circulation, but gradually new issues were introduced. An important numismatic milestone was the commemorative series of coins issued in 1974, celebrating the 150th anniversary of the founding of Belize City. Since then, Belize has issued several commemorative coins that reflect its rich history and biodiversity, becoming coveted by collectors around the world.
British Honduras is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Honduras old coins.