5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Quincentenary of the College of Arms) 1984 front 5 Pence - Elizabeth II (Quincentenary of the College of Arms) 1984 back
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5 Pence - Elizabeth II Quincentenary of the College of Arms

1984 year
Silver (.925) 6.5 g 23.59 mm
Description
Issuer
Isle of Man (British Crown dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1984
Value
5 Pence (0.05&nbspIMP)
Currency
Pound (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
23.59 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#92019
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cushag on a chancree/a la bouche battle shield with lance aperture

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5

Engraver: Leslie Lindsay

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the College of Arms, which is the heraldic authority for the United Kingdom and its dependencies. The College of Arms was established in 1484, and the coin was issued in 1984 to mark the quincentenary of its founding. The coin features a unique design that includes the coat of arms of the College of Arms, as well as an image of Queen Elizabeth II. It is made of silver and has a weight of 6.5 grams.