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Saint Kitts and Nevis Coins

Saint Kitts and Nevis uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar as its official currency. This currency is issued by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank and is shared by several countries in the region. The numismatic history of Saint Kitts and Nevis reflects its colonial past and its evolution towards independence.

Monetary History

Before adopting the Eastern Caribbean dollar, St. Kitts and Nevis used various currencies throughout its history. During the colonial period, Spanish and British coins circulated. In the 20th century, the British West Indies dollar was introduced and used until 1965. Subsequently, the East Caribbean dollar was adopted in 1965, which remains the official currency until today.

Numismatic Highlights

Saint Kitts and Nevis has issued several commemorative coins since its independence in 1983. These coins often celebrate historical events, important figures and the rich biodiversity of the islands. A significant milestone was the issuance of the first gold coin in 2018, commemorating the 35th anniversary of the country's independence. In addition, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank has introduced polymeric coins in the region, marking a technological breakthrough in the production of circulating money.

Country Saint Kitts and Nevis
Flag
Coin East Caribbean dollar (XCD)
1€ 2,85$
Continent America Centro
Capital city Basseterre
ISO2 KN
ISO3 KNA
Catalogued coins 30

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The most valuable coins

The most valuable Saint Kitts and Nevis coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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Coin Catalog

1 black dog (Nevis Dollar)

FO#23558 KM#1
Year: 1801
Weight:
Composition: Silver
Diameter: 22,00 mm
Edge:

4 dollars (Inauguration of the Caribbean Development Bank)

FO#23534 KM#1
Price: 37,50€
Year: 1970
Weight: 28,30 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 38,50 mm
Edge: Ribbed

20 dollars (Independence)

FO#23556 KM#2
Year: 1983
Weight: 28,28 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Edge: Ribbed

20 dollars (Independence)

FO#23557 KM#2a
Year: 1983
Weight: 28,28 g
Composition: Silver (0,925)
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Edge:

2-¼ pence (Nevis Pence)

FO#23561 KM#2
Year: 1801
Weight:
Composition: Silver
Diameter: 22,00 mm
Edge:

10 dollars (Royal Visit)

FO#23535 KM#3
Year: 1985
Weight: 28,28 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Edge: Ribbed

20 dollars (200th anniversary of the Battle of Los Santos)

FO#23554 KM#4
Year: 1982
Weight: 28,28 g
Composition: Copper-nickel
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Edge: Ribbed

20 dollars (200th anniversary of the Battle of Los Santos)

FO#23555 KM#4a
Year: 1982
Weight: 28,28 g
Composition: Silver (0,925)
Diameter: 38,61 mm
Edge:

7 black dog (Nevis Dollar)

FO#23559 KM#4
Year: 1801
Weight:
Composition: Silver
Diameter:
Edge:

100 dollars (200th anniversary of the siege of Brimstone Hill)

FO#23552 KM#5
Year: 1982
Weight: 7,90 g
Composition: Gold (0,917)
Diameter: 21,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

9 black dog (Nevis Dollar)

FO#23560 KM#5.1
Year: 1801
Weight:
Composition: Silver
Diameter:
Edge:

100 dollars (Caribbean hummingbird)

FO#23553 KM#6
Year: 1988
Weight: 129,90 g
Composition: Silver (0,925)
Diameter: 63,00 mm
Edge:

2 dollars (Brown Pelican)

FO#23283 KM#7
Year: 2018
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 38,60 mm
Edge: Ribbed

2 dollars (Pelicano Brown-Color )

FO#23526 KM#7.1
Year: 2018
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 38,60 mm
Edge: Ribbed

10 dollars (Brown Pelican)

FO#23543 KM#8
Year: 2018
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 32,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

10 dollars (Pelicano Brown-Color)

FO#23544 KM#8.1
Year: 2018
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 32,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

2 dollars (Brown Pelican )

FO#23527 KM#9
Year: 2019
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 38,60 mm
Edge: Ribbed

2 dollars (Pelicano Brown-Color )

FO#23528 KM#9.1
Year: 2019
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Silver (0,999)
Diameter: 38,60 mm
Edge: Ribbed

10 dollars (Brown Pelican)

FO#23545 KM#10
Year: 2019
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 32,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

10 dollars (Pelicano Brown-Color)

FO#23546 KM#10.1
Year: 2019
Weight: 31,10 g
Composition: Gold (0,999)
Diameter: 32,00 mm
Edge: Ribbed

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