The beautiful coat of arms of Guyana coin displays the crest of an Indian head-dress symbolizing the indigenous people of the country. The two diamonds at the sides of the head-dress represent the mining industry. While the helmet symbolizes a monarchial insignia. Within this intricate coin design there are two jaguars as supporters holding a pick axe, sugar cane, and a stalk of rice symbolizing Guyana's mining, sugar and rice industries. The lettering on the coin reads: “One people one nation one destiny.”
The stunning national birds of Guyana are displayed on the back of the coin. They are known as the Hoatzin (Opisthocomus hoazin), also known as the Hoactzin, Stinkbird, or Canje Pheasant. Buy this classic Guyana piece to honor your heritage!
Due to the nature of coins changing luster with elements of air and moisture, to keep these coins looking shiny, they have been cleaned, polished, and coated with a jewelry grade protectant so they will not oxidize/tarnish.
- Gently wipe your jewelry with the free jewelry cloth received with your order to remove debris, sweat, or chemicals from the surface. Our jewelry cloths are a great way to polish and keep your jewelry shiny.
- Please try not to wear the jewelry while doing housework, working out, bathing or swimming.
- When not wearing, please place it in the velvet pouch / box received with your order to avoid long-term exposure to the sun and air.
