Obverse: Features the coat of arms of Barbados with a shield supported by two marine creatures – a dolphin and a pelican. The inscription “BARBADOS” appears above, while the face value “1 DOLLAR”, weight “1 oz” and silver purity “Ag 9999” are shown below.
Reverse: Features a close-up depiction of an octopus surrounded by underwater and coral motifs. The inscriptions “CARIBBEAN SILVER”, “1 OZ FINE SILVER 999” and the year of issue “2022” appear around the design.
About the coin: Issued on behalf of Barbados in 2022, this 1 troy ounce silver coin belongs to the “Caribbean Silver” series dedicated to the wildlife of the Caribbean Sea. The octopus was chosen as one of the region’s most fascinating marine animals, renowned for its intelligence, ability to camouflage itself and adaptability to its environment. The coin is struck from high-purity silver and has a face value of 1 Barbados dollar.
