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© Ma collection de monnaies
5 Pence - Elizabeth II Barbary Macaque; bigger bust
| Copper-nickel | 3.25 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2005-2009 |
| Value | 5 Pence 0.05 GIP = 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#18202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
The famous Barbary macaque (Macaca sylvanus) originates from the African Atlas mountains and was probably brought to Gibraltar 1000 yrs ago by the moors with the denomination in numerals below and the denomination in words above
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE PENCE
5
Engraver: Alfred Ryman
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Difference between the lighter (2005) and heavier (2009) script features:Interesting fact
The Barbary Macaque featured on the 5 Pence coin from Gibraltar (British Overseas Territories) is actually a species of monkey that is native to the region. It's a unique and interesting choice for a coin design, especially since it's not a commonly featured animal on currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2006 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2007 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2008 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2009 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Barbary Macaque; bigger bust) 2005-2009 coin.
