© Iftikhar Ahmad
5 Rupees
| Copper-nickel | 3 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Government of Pakistan (حکومتِ پاکستان) |
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 2016-2019 |
| Value | 5 Rupees 5 PKR = USD 0.018 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#423585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Floral wreath all along within the periphery of the coin splitted with the cones of five pointed star in the center
Lettering:
5
روپيه
Translation: 5 Rupees
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Coins dated from 2016 to 2019 also been struck in Cupro-Nickel.
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a stylized representation of the Mohenjo-Daro ruins, which are the remains of an ancient Indus Valley Civilization city in Pakistan. The design is meant to highlight Pakistan's rich cultural heritage and history.