5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1969-1984 front 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1969-1984 back
5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1969-1984 photo
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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 2.83 g 19.41 mm
Description
Issuer
Fiji
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1970) Elizabeth II (1970-1987)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1969-1984
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspFJD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
2.83 g
Diameter
19.41 mm
Thickness
1.45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
30 June 2009
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#3706
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

Fijian drum - lali divides denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5
cents

Engraver: Ken Payne

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1969-1984 coin from Fiji is that it features a unique portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, which was designed specifically for the Fijian currency. The portrait was created by artist Arnold Machin and features the Queen wearing a tiara and a necklace, giving the coin a distinctive and regal look.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1969  9200000 - - - - - -
1973  600000 - - - - - -
1974  608000 - - - - - -
1975  1008000 - - - - - -
1976  1205000 - - - - - -
1977  960000 - - - - - -
1978  4000 - - - - - -
1979  1500000 - - - - - -
1980  2500 - - - - - -
1981  1980000 - - - - - -
1982  3000 - - - - - -
1983  3000 - - - - - -
1984  5005000 - - - - - -

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) 1969-1984 coin.