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5 Cents
1964 year| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 2.5 g | 17.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sierra Leone |
|---|---|
| Prime minister | Milton Margai (1961-1964) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1964 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 SLL) |
| Currency | Leone (1964-2023) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 17.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2024 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#7997 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Head of Sir Milton Margai facing right, lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITY·FREEDOM·JUSTICE
MR
·SIR MILTON MARGAI·
Edge
Reeded
Comment
White silk-cotton tree or Kapok Tree (Trinomial Name: Ceiba pentandra guineensis)Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cents 1964 coin from Sierra Leone is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin bears an image of a traditional Sierra Leonean hut, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain range in the background. This design was created by the renowned British artist and engraver, George Kruger Gray, who was known for his work on various coins and stamps throughout the British Commonwealth. The coin's design not only showcases the country's rich cultural heritage but also serves as a symbol of national pride and identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents 1964 coin.
