UK 5p coin
A UK 5p coin is the five-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.
Also known as: British 5p coin, five pence coin
How big is it?
1.8 cm across
Also 0.7087 in
Specified diameter · specified
A little perspective
About the same scale as US dime.
US dime: A US dime is a ten-cent coin, the smallest denomination in US currency above the penny and nickel.
Measurements, assumptions & sources +
UK 5p coin
The current small UK five-pence circulation coin is 18.0 mm in diameter, 1.7 mm thick and weighs 3.25 g.
Royal Mint — UK coin designs and specifications
The marked specified diameter is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
US dime
17.91 mm nominal diameter; 2.268 g.
US Mint — circulating coin specifications
The marked diameter is calibrated. Unmeasured illustration details are representative.
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Why this measurement?
Why we use 1.8 cm
For comparison, this page uses specified diameter. The record labels this value specified, so the stated convention rather than an inferred average controls the comparison.
The current small UK five-pence circulation coin is 18.0 mm in diameter, 1.7 mm thick and weighs 3.25 g.
The marked horizontal span follows the named feature; transparent margins and unmeasured details do not alter it. How calibrated comparisons work →
Recorded properties
UK 5p coin dimensions and measurements
| Property | Selected value | Recorded range | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 cm | Not recorded | specified | |
| 1.7 mm | Not recorded | specified | |
| 3.25 g | Not recorded | specified |
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Nearest lower value · Everyday thingsUS dime1.791 cmA US dime is a ten-cent coin, the smallest denomination in US currency above the penny and nickel.
Around the same scale · Everyday thingsUK 10p coin2.45 cmA UK 10p coin is the ten-pence denomination of the decimal pound sterling circulation coinage.
Nearest higher value · Everyday things£1 coin2.343 cmA £1 coin is a twelve-sided British coin used as standard currency in the United Kingdom.Sources and method
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The source records and measurement method remain available for inspection.
- Royal Mint — UK coin designs and specificationsCurrent circulation denomination dimensions, masses, compositions and design history.
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