1 Cent Coin Appraisal

1985 Bahamas 1 Cent Coin

This is a single 1985 one-cent coin from the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, contrary to the user-provided context suggesting a 1957 roll. The obverse side shown features the national Coat of Arms, which includes a marlin and a flamingo supporting a shield topped by a conch shell. The text 'COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS' arcs over the top, with the year '1985' located at the bottom. The coin is composed of copper-plated zinc, exhibiting a reddish-brown metallic luster characteristic of this alloy. It measures approximately 19mm in diameter with a plain edge and a weight of roughly 2.5 grams. Condition-wise, the coin appears to have moderate circulating wear, showing some surface scratching and mild darkening or oxidation (patina) across the fields and high points of the crest. There is a cluster of deeper abrasions or minor corrosion near the 10 o'clock position on the rim. The strike remains clearly legible, though the finer details of the shield and feathers show some flattening from use. This piece represents modern Bahamian decimal currency following their independence and transition to the Bahamian dollar system.