5 Sen 1979 front 5 Sen 1979 back
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5 Sen

1979 year
Magnesium clad aluminium 1.5 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Cambodia
Period
People's Republic of Kampuchea (1979-1990)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1979
Value
5 Sen (0.05&nbspKHR)
Currency
Second riel (1979-date)
Composition
Magnesium clad aluminium
Weight
1.5 g
Diameter
22 mm
Thickness
1.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#7436
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

The denomination above the date

Script: Khmer

Lettering:
5 សេន
1979

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Sen 1979 coin from Cambodia made of Magnesium clad aluminium weighing 1.5g is interesting because it is one of the few coins in the world that has a unique combination of materials. The use of magnesium clad aluminum allows for a lighter weight coin while maintaining its durability. This coin is also a rare example of a coin that has been produced with a non-traditional metal, adding to its collectibility and numismatic value.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  120000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Sen 1979 coin.