© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
5 Cents - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; Set Issue
| Copper-nickel | 3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | British Virgin Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1973-1984 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1785-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#3407 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Zenaida Doves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTS
FM
GR
Engraver: Gilroy Roberts
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; Set Issue) 1973-1984 coin from the British Virgin Islands features a unique design that showcases the territory's rich history and culture. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a depiction of the HMS Bounty, a British Royal Navy ship that was famously used for the transportation of breadfruit plants from Tahiti to the West Indies in the late 18th century. The ship is prominently displayed on the coin's reverse side, surrounded by a beautiful tropical landscape. This design element serves as a nod to the territory's maritime history and its connections to the British colonial era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 FM | 181000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1974 FM | 94000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 FM | 2351 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 996 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 782 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 1443 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 FM | 680 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 FM | 1007 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 FM | 472 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; Set Issue) 1973-1984 coin.
