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25 New Pence - Elizabeth II Barbary Ape
1971 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 28.28 g | 38.61 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 25 Pence (0.25 GIP) |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 28.28 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#20105 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Macaque Barbary Ape in Sitting Pose
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· GIBRALTAR ·
25 NEW PENCE
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Of the total mintage, 50,000 were minted in 1971, 5,000 were minted in 1972.Interesting fact
The Barbary Ape depicted on the coin is actually a misnomer, as the animal depicted is not an ape at all, but rather a monkey. The Barbary macaque is a species of monkey native to the region, and it has been featured on the coin since 1971. This mistake has become a charming aspect of the coin's history and has not been corrected in subsequent mintings.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 New Pence - Elizabeth II (Barbary Ape) 1971 coin.
