© Iftikhar Ahmad
© Iftikhar Ahmad
5 Rupees Pattern
2001 year| Aluminium | 2.6 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Government of Pakistan (حکومتِ پاکستان) |
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 5 Rupees (5 PKR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#152439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Image of Parliament House Islamabad in center. Value of the coin "5 روپیہ" at bottom.
Script: Urdu
Lettering:
5
روپیہ
Translation:
5
Rupees
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Rupees coin from Pakistan is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 2001 as a trial or pattern coin, which means it was not meant for circulation and was only produced in limited quantities. This coin is made of aluminum, which is a lightweight metal that is not commonly used for coins, and it weighs only 2.6 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in the world. Due to its rarity and unique features, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and numismatists, and it can fetch a high price at auctions.
