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5 Rupees
| Copper-nickel | 12.62 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1968-1992) |
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1987-2010 |
| Value | 5 Rupees 5 MUR = USD 0.11 |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.62 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Thickness | 2.36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1834 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Value within palm trees.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAURITIUS 1992
5
JS
RUPEES
Engraver: John Savage
Edge
Security Edge (Milled)
Interesting fact
The 5 Rupees coin from Mauritius made of Copper-nickel and weighing 12.62g has a unique feature - it has a bimetallic design, meaning it has two different metals used in its construction. The inner circle is made of copper, while the outer ring is made of nickel. This bimetallic design adds an extra layer of security against counterfeiting and makes the coin more durable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1991 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1992 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2009 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2010 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rupees 1987-2010 coin.
