5 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990-1993 front 5 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990-1993 back
5 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990-1993 photo
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5 Cents Wide legend; magnetic

 
Nickel plated steel 2.8 g 19.4 mm
Description
Issuer
Jamaica
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1990-1993
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspJMD)
Currency
Dollar (1969-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
19.4 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1995
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#8755
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) towards left, head turned right, on a rock. Value below toothed rim.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FIVE CENTS
5

Engraver: Christopher Ironside

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 5 Cents coin from Jamaica, which was minted between 1990 and 1993, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. It is made of nickel-plated steel, which gives it a distinctive silver color. This is different from many other coins, which are typically made of copper, zinc, or other metals. The use of nickel-plated steel in this coin's production adds to its unique character and makes it stand out among other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1990  - - - - - -
1991  - - - - - -
1992  - - - - - -
1993  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents (Wide legend; magnetic) 1990-1993 coin.