Ireland 5 Pence large type (1969–1990)
| Country | Ireland |
| Year | 1969–1990 |
| Denomination | 5 Pence (5 Pingine) |
| Face value | 5p |
| Mintage | 6,750 |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.660g |
| Diameter | 23.6mm |
| Thickness | 1.70mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Rev. artist | Percy Metcalfe |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 6706 |
Irish harp with the date to the right and the country name to the left.
ÉIRE 1980
The value above a bull facing right.
5p
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The 1969 Ireland 5 Pence large type is a circulating 5 pence (5 pingine) coin issued from 1969 to 1990, struck in copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel). It weighs 5.66g and measures 23.6mm across. Reverse design: The value above a bull facing right.
A mintage of 6,750 is recorded for one date of this type; figures for each year are not held. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1969 Ireland 5 Pence large type worth?
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How do I identify the 1969 Ireland 5 Pence large type?
Check the weight 5.66g and diameter 23.6mm and the metal (copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
