© Ulmo
© Ulmo
¼ Balboa
1961 year| Silver (.900) (Copper .100) | 6.25 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Panama |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1903-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1961 |
| Value | ¼ Balboa ¼ PAB = USD 0.25 |
| Currency | Balboa (1904-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 6.25 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#8911 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 17% |
Reverse
Armoured bust with helmet of Vasco Núñez de Balboa facing left surrounded by value in letters and wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: UN CUARTO DE BALBOA
Translation: One Quarter of a Balboa
Comment
Balboa was a Spaniard, first European who crossed the Isthmus, reached the Pacific by land and discovered the Perlas Archipelago (1513). The 9 stars represent the 9 provinces of the country at that time (there are now 10).Since its separation from Colombia in 1903, Panama has used the United States Dollar. These coins have the same specifications as the and circulated alongside it.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1961 Panamanian ¼ Balboa coin is that it was minted with a unique combination of metals. While most coins are made of a single metal, such as copper or silver, this coin was made with a combination of 90% silver and 10% copper. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time and adds to its unique character.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Balboa 1961 coin.
