5 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1988 front 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1988 back
5 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1988 photo
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5 Pence - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; large type

 
Copper-nickel 5.65 g 23.59 mm
Description
Issuer
Jersey (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1983-1988
Value
5 Pence (0.05&nbspJEP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
5.65 g
Diameter
23.59 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 December 1990
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#20450
Rarity index
11%

Reverse

Seymour Tower (offshore defence)

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BAILIWICK OF JERSEY
FIVE PENCE

Engraver: Robert Lowe

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on the reverse side, which showcases a representation of the Jersey coat of arms, featuring three lions passant guardant (a symbol of the island's connection to Normandy) and a shield with the motto "Virtus Nosce" (Latin for "Knowledge is Power"). This design was specifically created for the Jersey issue of the coin and sets it apart from other 5 pence coins minted during the same period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983  400000 - - - - - -
1984  300000 - - - - - -
1985  600000 - - - - - -
1986  200000 - - - - - -
1987  - - - - - -
1988  400000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait; large type) 1983-1988 coin.