5 Dollars (Changi Airport) 1981 front 5 Dollars (Changi Airport) 1981 back
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5 Dollars Changi Airport

1981 year
Copper-nickel 17 g 33.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Singapore
Period
Republic (1965-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1981
Value
5 Dollars 5 SGD = USD 3.84
Currency
Dollar (1967-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
17 g
Diameter
33.5 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#43284
Rarity index
52%

Reverse

Changi Airport motif

Lettering: 5 DOLLARS

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Issued to commemorate the official opening of Changi Airport on 29 December 1981. The coin was also issued in silver proof.

Interesting fact

The 5 Dollars (Changi Airport) 1981 coin from Singapore is unique in that it features a reversible design, with the airport's control tower depicted on one side and a map of the airport on the other. This distinctive feature makes it stand out from other coins and highlights the importance of Changi Airport to Singapore's economy and transportation infrastructure.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1981  220000 - - - - - -

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