Cayman Islands 10 dollars International Year of Child silver coin 1982

The Cayman Islands 10 Dollars silver coin issued in 1982 is a touching commemorative piece dedicated to the International Year of the Child, a global initiative led by the United Nations to highlight children’s rights, care, and future. Struck in silver with elegant Proof quality, this coin blends humanitarian symbolism with refined numismatic craftsmanship.

The reverse presents an emotionally rich seaside scene: a woman kneels on the shore beside a young girl, gently guiding her forward as a sea turtle crawls toward the ocean. The figures are rendered in soft relief, emphasizing protection, guidance, and continuity of life. Palm trees rise in the background, reinforcing the tropical identity of the Cayman Islands. Above the scene appear the UNICEF emblem and the United Nations wreath, underlining the international humanitarian message. The inscriptions “10 DOLLARS” and “INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD” clearly define the theme and denomination.

The obverse features a right-facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing a tiara, with finely engraved hair, neckline, and classical profile. The surrounding legend reads “CAYMAN ISLANDS · ELIZABETH II,” with the date 1982 positioned below. Deep mirrored fields contrast beautifully with the frosted relief.

Struck in silver in Proof quality, this coin is a meaningful addition for collectors of UNICEF issues, social themes, royal portraits, and world commemorative coinage, combining artistic beauty with a timeless message.

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