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1971 5p Elizabeth II Proof

Elizabeth II 2nd portrait

1971United KingdomProof

Worth about £0.26 as a proof. 350,000 were minted, the 53rd lowest of any proof 5p.

Denomination

Estimated Value

£0.26

Numista catalogue · May 2026How we value coins

Condition

Proof

Mintage

350,000

Physical Properties

Composition:Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)

Weight:5.65g

Shape:Round

Diameter:23.59mm

Thickness:1.78mm

Currency:Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)

Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)

Features & Details

RoundCopper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)

Value source:Numista catalogue

Value date:18 May 2026

Is the 1971 5p (Elizabeth II) rare?

53rd/ 53

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Its proof mintage of 350,000 is the 53rd lowest of 53 proof 5p coins in the catalogue.

Versions of the 1971 Elizabeth II 5p

Photo: Numista
Circulation
£0.17
Mintage 81,783,475
1971 5p Elizabeth II
Photo: Numista
Proof
£0.26
Mintage 350,000
1971 5p Elizabeth II Proof (this page)

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