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5 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; small type
| Copper-nickel | 3.25 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Guernsey |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1990-1997 |
| Value | 5 Pence 0.05 GGP = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Pound (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#5647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Sailing boats, 2 yachts with spinnaker sailing to the right, value and date around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE PENCE 1990
5
Engraver: Robert Elderton
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 pence coin from Guernsey featuring Elizabeth II (3rd portrait; small type) has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination from the UK. The Guernsey coin has a smaller diameter than the UK coin, measuring 24mm compared to the UK's 28mm. This makes it easily distinguishable from other 5 pence coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 | 1300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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; small type) 1990-1997 coin.
