Dominica Coins
The official currency of Dominica is the Eastern Caribbean dollar, a currency shared by several countries in the region. This monetary system has an interesting history and has undergone significant changes over time.
Current currency in circulation
The Eastern Caribbean dollar was introduced in 1965 and is issued by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank. Coins in circulation include denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10 and 25 cents, as well as 1 dollar. Banknotes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars. The ISO 4217 code for this currency is XCD.
Monetary history and relevant facts
Prior to the East Caribbean dollar, Dominica used several currencies, including the British West Indies dollar and, before that, the British pound sterling. An important milestone in Dominica's numismatics was the issuance of commemorative coins in 1978 to celebrate its independence. In addition, in 2015, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank introduced new polymer banknotes, improving the security and durability of the currency.
| Country | Dominica |
| Flag | |
| Coin | East Caribbean dollar (XCD) |
| 1€ | 2,94$ |
| Continent | America Centro |
| Capital city | Roseau |
| ISO2 | DM |
| ISO3 | DMA |
| Catalogued coins | 46 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Dominica coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
1 1/2 bits (Moco)
11 bits (Central hole crenated in Mexico 8 Reales)
11 bits (Central hole crenated in Mexico 8 Reales)
11 bits (Central hole crenated in Peru 8 Reales)
3 bits (Spanish Colonial Court 8 Reales)
4 bits (Spanish Colonial Court 8 Reales)
6 bits (Spanish Colonial Court 8 Reales)
16 bits (Central hole crenated in Mexico 8 Reales)
16 bits (Central hole crenated in Mexico 8 Reales)
2 bits (Center hole in 2 Spanish Reales)
4 dólares (FAO)
10 dólares (History of Carnival)
20 dollars (50th anniversary of the Graf Zeppelin)
20 dollars (50th anniversary of the Graf Zeppelin)
100 dollars (Independence -Imperial parrots)
100 dollars (Independence -Imperial parrots)
100 dollars (Independence -Imperial parrots)
300 dollars (Independence - Coat of arms)
300 dollars (Independence - Coat of arms)
10 dólares (Visit of Pope John Paul II)
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