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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 2.8 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Tuvalu |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1976-1985 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 AUD = USD 0.034 |
| Currency | Dollar (1976-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#12138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
The name of the country "TUVALU", a tiger shark, the face value "5c" and the year.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
TUVALU
5c
1985
Engraver: John Donald
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1976-1985 coin from Tuvalu is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side features a traditional Tuvaluan canoe, known as a "vaka," with a sail and a crew of three people. This design was chosen to represent Tuvalu's strong maritime traditions and its connection to the sea.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1985 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1976-1985 coin.
