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5 Mils
| Aluminium-magnesium (96.9-96.1% Aluminium, 3.9-3.1% Magnesium) | 2.1 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1974) |
| Period | Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1972-2007 |
| Value | 5 Mils (0.005 MTL) |
| Currency | Lira (1972-2007) |
| Composition | Aluminium-magnesium (96.9-96.1% Aluminium, 3.9-3.1% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 18 May 1986 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1776 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Denomination within a wreath of vine leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
MILS
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Plain
Comment
Of the coins dated 1972, 102,000 were minted in 1971 and 10,051,000 were minted in 1972.Interesting fact
The 5 Mils coin from Malta, made of Aluminium-magnesium, was the first coin in the world to feature a hole in the center. This unique design was introduced in 1972 and was meant to make the coin easier to distinguish from other coins in circulation. The hole also served a practical purpose, as it made it easier for people to thread the coin onto a string or chain, making it more convenient to wear as a pendant or carry as a good luck charm.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 26000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 5252 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 5252 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 FM | 537 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 FM | 385 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 FM | 449 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Mils 1972-2007 coin.
