Gold Ounce 2024 Flamingos, Coin from Saint Lucia - detailed information

Saint Lucia is a sovereign island country in the Caribbean which uses the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) as its currency; it is the common currency of six independent states and two British Overseas Territories. The EC$ has both common and national issues. All common circulating coins are issued under the authority of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank and have no issuing country specified on them. Separately, each member country can also strike coins bearing its national symbols; these coins are legal tender in all members states, and are usually commemorative or bullion not intended for general circulation. Most of the member states share the same monarch with the United Kingdom, so that the effigy of the monarch is displayed on the coins and banknotes of the currency.

Saint Lucia has authorised some foreign mints to strike coins under its issuing authority for collector's purposes. Some of these are in popular bullion formats, such as one troy ounce (1 oz) of gold.

This coin is part of the seventh edition of the Eastern Caribbean 8 (EC8) series of premium bullion coins by the Scottsdale Mint, which has a new annual design for each country of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

The 2024 design for Saint Lucia depicts two Flamingos.

The mint says about the coin:
In the sapphire waters of the Eastern Caribbean, Saint Lucia rises as a haven of natural elegance and cultural richness. Known for its emerald peaks, golden beaches, and vibrant heritage, the island’s story is one of resilience, unity, and awe-inspiring beauty.

This year’s EC8 release for Saint Lucia captures that spirit through the graceful imagery of two flamingos, poised in mirrored reflection. With curved necks gently arching toward one another, the birds form a symbol of harmony and balance - a visual echo of the island’s peaceful rhythm and interconnected ecosystems.

Set against the backdrop of Saint Lucia’s lush tropical environment, the flamingos stand not only as icons of the island’s thriving biodiversity but also as quiet guardians of its tranquil soul. Their mirrored pose speaks to duality - nature and culture, past and present, strength and grace.