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5 Pence - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait; large type
| Copper-nickel | 5.65 g | 23.6 mm |
| Issuer | Falkland Islands (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1974-1992 |
| Value | 5 Pence 0.05 FKP = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#9408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Black-browed albatross in flight left, denomination, and date below. This medium-sized albatross (Thalassarche melanophrys) is circumpolar in the Southern Ocean.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FALKLAND ISLANDS
WG
5
1982
Engraver: William Maving Gardner
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on the reverse side, showcasing a penguin, which is a symbol of the Falkland Islands. This design was specifically created for the Falkland Islands' coinage and sets it apart from other coins in the British Overseas Territories.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 23000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1983 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1985 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1987 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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) 1974-1992 coin.
