5 Rupees 2016 front 5 Rupees 2016 back
5 Rupees 2016 photo
© Ulmo

5 Rupees

2016 year
Nickel plated steel 8.97 g 29.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Seychelles
Period
Republic (1976-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
2016
Value
5 Rupees 5 SCR = USD 0.37
Currency
Rupee (1914-date)
Composition
Nickel plated steel
Weight
8.97 g
Diameter
29.0 mm
Thickness
1.98 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#99676
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Seychelles Pitcher Plant with the oblique lines of the of the Seychelles flag in the background

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 RUPEES
Pitcher Plant
Lalyann Potao
Népenthès

Edge

Milled

Comment

Seychelles Pitcher Plant (Binomial Name: Nepenthes pervillei) is endemic to the islands of Mahé and Silhouette of the Seychelles.

Hologram:

Interesting fact

The 5 Rupees 2016 coin from Seychelles features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing the beautiful and iconic Coco de Mer palm tree, which is native to the islands of Seychelles. The Coco de Mer palm tree is known for its distinctive shape and large, fruitful branches, and is considered a symbol of Seychelles' rich biodiversity and natural beauty.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2016  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rupees 2016 coin.