5 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; large type, Silver Proof
1990 year| Silver (.925) | 5.65 g | 23.59 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 5 Pence (0.05 GBP) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.59 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1990 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 48% |
Reverse
The Badge of Scotland, a thistle royally crowned, legend above, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE PENCE
5
Engraver: Christopher Ironside
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 1990 with the introduction of the smaller five pence piece a 2-coin set was issued to commemorate the changeover. The coin was also struck in copper-nickel. Issue Limit: 35,000.(former Spink ref. 4371)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in a limited quantity of only 25,000 pieces, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (3rd portrait; large type, Silver Proof) 1990 coin.
