5 Pence - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait; small type, Silver Proof
| Silver (.925) | 3.25 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1990-1996 |
| Value | 5 Pence 0.05 GBP = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.25 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#43787 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 38% |
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 with the larger five pence was issued to commemorate the changeover, the coin was also struck in copper-nickel and silver piedfort. Issue Limit: 35,000.The 1996 Silver Proof was issued as part of the 1996 Silver Anniversary Collection, which celebrated 25 years of decimalisation with an issue limit of: 15,000
(former Spink ref. 4372)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted in a limited quantity of only 30,000 pieces, making it a rare and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1996 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 Proof) 1990-1996 coin.
