Coin Identifier
Bahamian $1 Banknote (Sir Lynden O. Pindling) — obverse
Obverse
Bahamian $1 Banknote (Sir Lynden O. Pindling) — reverse
Reverse
$1 Dollar (BSD)

Bahamian $1 Banknote (Sir Lynden O. Pindling)

The Bahamas; Central Bank of The Bahamas · Series 2001

A green and multicolored banknote featuring the portrait of Sir Lynden O. Pindling on the front and the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band on the back.

Country
The Bahamas; Central Bank of The Bahamas
Year
Series 2001
Denomination
$1 Dollar (BSD)
Metal
Paper (Cotton fiber fabric)

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Overview

A green and multicolored banknote featuring the portrait of Sir Lynden O. Pindling on the front and the Royal Bahamas Police Force Band on the back.

Historical significance

This banknote is part of the Crisp and Clean series and features the 'Father of the Nation,' Sir Lynden O. Pindling, who served as the first Prime Minister of the Bahamas.

Obverse (front)

Portrait of Sir Lynden O. Pindling at right; central legend 'THE CENTRAL BANK OF THE BAHAMAS'; map of the Bahamas islands in the background; sand dollar and coral motifs at left.

Reverse (back)

The Royal Bahamas Police Force Band in full ceremonial uniform; the Coat of Arms of the Bahamas at right; conch shell at bottom left.

Estimated value

$1.00 USD (Face Value); $2-$5 USD for Uncirculated examples.

What drives this coin's value

Condition is the primary factor. Banknotes with ink marks, heavy folds, or tears like this one typically only carry face value.

Grade assessment

Circulated (Fine to Very Fine); visible folds, corner wear, and handwritten ink '32' in the watermark area.

Mintage & rarity

Common circulation series; millions printed.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Look for the sand dollar watermark, the security thread, and see-through features that align when held to light.

Notable varieties & errors

Replacement notes with specific serial number prefixes (often '*' or 'Z') are more valuable to collectors.

Similar coins

Often compared to previous $1 Bahamian notes featuring Queen Elizabeth II.

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free currency sleeve to prevent further folding, tearing, or environmental staining. Do not wash or iron.

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