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Royal Visit Theme on Reverse of 1994 Haitian Silver Proof 10 Dollars
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Haiti
Brief Haiti History
Christopher Columbus discovered the island of Hispaniola in 1492, its name means "Spanish Island". The eastern part of the island is occupied by the Dominican Republic, the western third being Haiti.
The native Taino Amerindians - who inhabited the island of Hispaniola when it was discovered by COLUMBUS in 1492 - were virtually annihilated by Spanish settlers within 25 years. In the early 17th century, the French established a presence on Hispaniola, and in 1697, Spain ceded to the French the western third of the island, which later became Haiti. The French colony, based on forestry and sugar-related industries, became one of the wealthiest in the Caribbean, but only through the heavy importation of African slaves and considerable environmental degradation. In the late 18th century, Haiti's nearly half million slaves revolted under Toussaint L'OUVERTURE. After a prolonged struggle, Haiti became the first black republic to declare its independence in 1804. The poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, Haiti has been plagued by political violence for most of its history. After an armed rebellion led to the departure of President Jean-Betrand ARISTIDE in February 2004, an interim government took office to organize new elections under the auspices of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH). Continued violence and technical delays have prompted repeated postponements, and Haiti missed the constitutionally-mandated presidential inauguration date of 7 February 2006.

Haitian Coins
The first coins issued for Haiti were countermarked coins issued for the island of Hispaniola.
From 1798 to 1802, Revolutionary Coinage was issued under the name of the French Republic for the Colony of St Domingo.
From 1807 to 1811, coinage was issued for the Republic of North Haiti, and from 1807 to 188 for the Western Republic, these latter being issued with 100 centimes equalling 1 gourde.
From 1825 to 1849, coins were issued by the Republic of Haiti, then from 1849 to 1986 The Empire of Haiti.
Finally, another Republic of Haiti started issuing coins in 1863, and has continued to do so despite at least one revolution in 1957.

Design - 2000 Millennium 500 Gourdes
Issued as part of 24 piece international collection of silver proof coins, all with novel technical or artistic features.

Obverse
The coat of arms of Haiti, with selective gold plating and colour printing.

Reverse
According to the information card:
Bathed in the light of a beautiful sunrise, a dove flies towards the horizon carrying in its beak an olive branch. It is this symbol of peace and harmony that is the theme of this special millennium coin for Haiti. Just as Haiti is like a pearl in the waters of the Caribbean, so an attractive scalloped edged shell provides the underlying background to the design. The shell conveys the energy and commitment of the people of Haiti to rise above whatever challenges the future may bring while the dove in its preparatory flight towards and through the rays of a bright new day alludes to the desire of Haitians for a life full of humanity and compassion.

Specifications
DenominationDescriptionDiameterWeightFinenessSilver Content
500 GourdesMillennium Silver Proof Crown with Selective Gold Plating38.6128.28.925.8410

Notes
Denomination = Face Value of Coin
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres
Fineness = Proportion of silver
Weight = Total weight in grams
Silver Content = Actual fine silver content in troy ounces

Haitian Coins For Sale
DateDenominationDescriptionMintageGradeAvailabilityPrice £Price $Price €
1999 - 2000500 GourdesMillennium Silver Proof Crown with Selective Gold Plating30,000FDCYes£35$60€37

Notes
Mintage = Quantity issued, where known, otherwise issue limit.

Haiti Coin Sets
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