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5 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; small type, Silver Piedfort
1990 year| Silver (.925) | 6.5 g | 18 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 = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#79145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 55% |
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
Issued individually, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel and silver proof. Issue Limit: 20,000(former Spink ref. 4372)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is a rare variation of the 5 pence coin, with a silver composition and a unique design. It was minted in 1990 as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. The coin features a small portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and has a weight of 6.5 grams. Its silver composition and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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, Silver Piedfort) 1990 coin.
