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5 Toea - Elizabeth II Pig Nosed Turtle
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 2.83 g | 19.53 mm |
| Issuer | Papua New Guinea |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1975-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1999 |
| Value | 5 Toea 0.05 PGK = USD 0.013 |
| Currency | Kina (1975-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.53 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Pig-nosed turtle swimming right, denomination below. Also known as the pitted-shelled turtle or Fly River turtle (Carettochelys insculpta) is native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 t
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Of the coins dated 1975, 5,560,000 were minted in 1974 and 5,440,000 were minted in 1975.Interesting fact
The 5 Toea coin featuring Elizabeth II (Pig Nosed Turtle) from Papua New Guinea is unique in that it has a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's reverse side features an image of a pig-nosed turtle, which is a species native to Papua New Guinea. This design was chosen to represent the country's rich biodiversity and to highlight the importance of conservation efforts. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also serves as a symbol of Papua New Guinea's commitment to protecting its natural resources.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 11000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1975 FM | 4134 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 24000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 FM | 976 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 FM | 603 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 FM | 777 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1979 FM | 1366 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 FM | 1160 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1983 FM | 360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1987 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1990 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1995 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Toea - Elizabeth II (Pig Nosed Turtle) 1975-1999 coin.
