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1 Centavo
| Copper | 5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1892-1893 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Peso (1861-1919) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Value within wreath with legend at top.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
UN
CENTAVO
Translation:
Central America
One
Centavo
Comment
Of the 1892/1 Over date coins, only 14,000 were put into circulation and the rest were melted.Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from El Salvador, minted between 1892 and 1893, is interesting because it was made of copper, a metal that was widely used in coinage during that time period. Copper was chosen for its durability, affordability, and resistance to corrosion, making it an ideal material for coins that were used frequently in everyday transactions. The fact that this coin was made of copper highlights the resourcefulness and practicality of the minting process during that era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 | 446000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1892-1893 coin.
