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5 Cents - Elizabeth II FAO
| Aluminium-magnesium (96.9-96.1% Aluminium, 3.9-3.1% Magnesium) | 0.77 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Seychelles |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1976) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Years | 1972-1975 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 SCR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1914-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium-magnesium (96.9-96.1% Aluminium, 3.9-3.1% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 0.77 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 8 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#4960 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Cabbage head
Script: Latin
Lettering:
:FIVE CENTS:
GROW MORE FOOD
Engraver: Norman Sillman
Edge
Plain
Comment
Of the coins dated 1972, 1,620,000 were minted in 1971 and 600,000 were minted in 1972.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, which is dedicated to achieving food security and promoting sustainable agriculture and development. The coin's design features the FAO's emblem on one side and Queen Elizabeth II on the other, highlighting the organization's international scope and impact.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 2200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 | 1200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (FAO) 1972-1975 coin.
