5 Cents Magnetic
| Copper plated steel | 3.31 g | 21.2 mm |
| Issuer | Trinidad and Tobago |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1976-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2017-2023 |
| Value | 5 Cents 0.05 TTD = USD 0.0074 |
| Currency | Dollar (1964-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 3.31 g |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#140714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 25% |
Reverse
Greater Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea apoda), denomination at right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTS
Designer: Norman E. Nemeth
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Greater Bird of Paradise (Paradisaea apoda) was introduced from New Guinea, but is now extinct in Trinidad.
On July 1, 2017 the metal composition of the 5 cents changed into a steel core with a copper overlay, which makes this coin magnetic.
Since this change took place in the middle of the year it's likely the 2017 coin exists in old and new metal composition, so be aware to tick the right entry when adding a 2017 coin, especially since there are several other entries in between.
Interesting fact
The 5 Cents (Magnetic) coin from Trinidad and Tobago, which was minted between 2017 and 2023, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. It is the first coin in the world to use a new technology called "Magnetic Resonance Imaging" (MRI) to create its magnetic properties. This technology allows the coin to be easily distinguished from other coins and reduces the risk of counterfeiting.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Magnetic) 2017-2023 coin.
