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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; non-magnetic
| Copper-nickel | 2.8 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Solomon Islands |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1987-1989 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 SBD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1977-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Native mask and value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTS
Engraver: David Thomas
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Cents coin from Solomon Islands, featuring Elizabeth II's 3rd portrait, has a unique feature - it's non-magnetic. This is because Copper-nickel, the metal used to make the coin, is not magnetic. This is different from many other coins, which are made from magnetic metals like steel or nickel.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (3rd portrait; non-magnetic) 1987-1989 coin.
