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5 Rupees Trial Strike
2003 year| Copper | 9.30 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 2003 |
| Value | 5 Rupees (5 PKR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 9.30 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114400 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Note by http://www.chiefacoins.com :"The new elected government of PLM-Q wanted to introduce this coin, but was later rejected and the CuNi coin was resumed.
Double Thickness"
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Rupees (Trial Strike 3) 2003 from Pakistan is a rare and unique coin that was minted as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was produced in limited quantities for testing and evaluation purposes. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction. In fact, a similar coin, the Pattern 5 Rupees (Trial Strike 2) 2003, sold for $12,000 at an auction in 2019, making it one of the most valuable coins in the world.