Bahamas 10 dollars Discovery of the New World Columbus proof silver coin 1990

The 1990 Bahamas 10 Dollars silver proof coin is part of the commemorative series dedicated to the Discovery of the New World. The obverse presents a finely detailed portrait of Christopher Columbus, shown in profile facing left, with flowing hair and a solemn expression. Behind him stretches a stylized map of the Atlantic with coastlines of Europe and the Americas, symbolizing the transoceanic voyage that forever connected the Old and New Worlds. Around the rim is the inscription “DISCOVERY OF THE NEW WORLD – 10 DOLLARS.” The reverse features the crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing a pearl necklace, with the surrounding inscription “COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS” and the date 1990 placed below. Struck in proof silver, the coin displays a striking deep cameo contrast with frosted reliefs and mirror-like fields. Issued as part of the Columbus quincentennial commemorations, this coin is a distinguished collector’s piece that combines artistry, history, and rarity.

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