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5 Cents (Magnetic)

🇰🇮 Kiribati · 5 Cents (Magnetic) · 1979–1992
Regular
Weight2.8 g
Diameter19.3 mm
CompositionCopper-nickel plated steel
ReferenceKM# 3a, Schön# 3a
Collector's Key World IDCKW-KIR-8

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What is a 1979 Kiribati 5 Cents (Magnetic) made of?
Copper-nickel plated steel, weighing 2.8 g.
What is the melt value of a 1979 Kiribati 5 Cents (Magnetic)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1979 Kiribati 5 Cents (Magnetic) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.