Change Finder1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage
A 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage is typically worth about 25p–£1.8 in circulated condition, and £1–£3 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Denomination
- 5p
- Year
- 1977
- Mintage
- 24,308,000
- Rarity
- Rare
Circulated (worn)
25p–£1.8
Uncirculated / BU
£1–£3
Is it rare?
The 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage is genuinely rare, so collectors will pay well above face value for a good example.
What to look for
Lowest circulation mintage of the large 23.59mm 5p series (1968-1990). Machin obverse, crowned thistle reverse. Compare to e.g. 1990 large 5p at 1.6 billion. Many large-5p years (1972-74, 1976, 1981, 1982-86, 1990) were proof/set-only. Premium mainly in top grade or with errors.
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1968-1990 Large 5p (shilling-sized)Face value
1990-present Small 5p definitiveFace valueFAQ
- How much is the 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage worth?
- A 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage is typically worth about 25p–£1.8 in circulated condition, and £1–£3 in uncirculated (mint) condition.
- Is the 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage rare?
- The 1977 Large 5p — lowest large-type circulation mintage is genuinely rare, so collectors will pay well above face value for a good example.
- What should I look for on a 5p like this?
- Lowest circulation mintage of the large 23.59mm 5p series (1968-1990). Machin obverse, crowned thistle reverse. Compare to e.g. 1990 large 5p at 1.6 billion. Many large-5p years (1972-74, 1976, 1981, 1982-86, 1990) were proof/set-only. Premium mainly in top grade or with errors.
- How do I check my own 5p?
- Open Change Finder and scan your coin — it identifies it, grades the condition and checks for the errors that add value, free for your first check.
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