The British decimal five pence coin (often shortened to 5p in writing and speech) is a denomination of sterling coinage worth 5 ⁄ 100 of a pound. Its obverse has featured the profile of the British monarch since the coin’s introduction on 23 April 1968, replacing the shilling in preparation for decimalisation in 1971. [ 1 ]

The British decimal five pence (5p) coin - often pronounced five pee - is a unit of currency equalling five one-hundredths of a pound sterling. Its obverse has featured the profile of Queen Elizabeth II since the coin’s introduction in 1968.

View the 5p coin designs that have been issued in the United Kingdom. After a review of the United Kingdom coinage in 1987, the Government announced its intention to issue a smaller 5p coin. The 5p coin is legal tender for amounts up to £5.

Right facing uncouped bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around, date below. Script: Latin. Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf. Dama De Noche flower. Script: Latin. Reeded. Dama de noche flower (Cestrum nocturnum). Known as "the lady of the night", this flower releases a strongly perfumed scent at night.

5p Coins in Circulation <- Click Here to go back to the other Coins in Circulation page. The original 5p was first issued in 1968 as a larger coin and was initially used alongside and was the same size as its predecimal equivalent coin, the shilling. In 1990 the 5p was made smaller and lighter but was initially thought by many to be a bit too ...

Third crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around. Script: Latin. Lettering: ELIZABETH II D·G·REG·F·D·1989. Unabridged legend: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensatrix. Translation: Elizabeth II by the Grace of God Queen Defender of the Faith. Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf.

The original 5p was first issued in 1968 as a larger coin and was initially used alongside and was the same size as its predecimal equivalent coin, the shilling. In 1990 the 5p was made smaller and lighter but was initially thought by many to be a bit too …

Fifth crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth II right, wearing the George IV State Diadem, legend around. Script: Latin. Unabridged legend: Elizabeth II Dei Gratia Regina Fidei Defensatrix. Translation: Elizabeth II by the Grace of God Queen Defender of the Faith. Designer: Jody Clark. Centre section of the Royal Shield, denomination central.

The value of a 5 Pence 2012 British coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more. Uncirculated (Mint state): Defines business strike coins that barely or never been in circulation. Circulated decimal British coins are …

The five pence coin is a small circulating denomination of the British (decimal) Pound Sterling. 5 pence equal 1/20th of a pound. In August 2005 the Royal Mint launched a competition to find new reverse designs for all circulating coins apart from the £2 coin.