Belize set of 8 coins Birds of mangrove swamps proof coin 1981

The Belize 1981 proof set “Birds of the Mangrove Swamps” brings together eight exquisitely designed coins, each featuring one of the country’s remarkable bird species. Struck in proof quality, the collection highlights Belize’s natural heritage and the artistry of numismatic engraving. On the reverses, every denomination depicts a different bird: 1 cent shows two Swallow-tailed Kites in flight; 5 cents portrays a pair of small birds on a branch; 10 cents presents the Long-tailed Hermit hummingbird; 25 cents features the colorful Motmot bird perched on leaves; 50 cents depicts three soaring Frigate birds; 1 dollar shows the Amazon Parrot; 5 dollars illustrates the iconic Toucan with its massive beak; and 10 dollars portrays the majestic Jabiru stork in the wetlands. The obverses of all coins display the national coat of arms of Belize, framed by a laurel wreath, with mahogany tree, timber tools, sailing ship, and two supporters — a woodcutter with axe and another with paddle. On the ribbon below the shield is the national motto “Sub Umbra Floreo” (“Under the Shade I Flourish”), with the date 1981. This rare proof set beautifully combines ornithology, cultural identity, and numismatic excellence.

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