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1¼ Centavo
1874 year| Copper-nickel | 1.45 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1874 |
| Value | 1¼ Centavo (0.0125 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 1.45 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#27940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 56% |
Reverse
Denomination within circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN CENTAVO I CUARTO
C 1¼
1874
Edge
Plain
Comment
This is the only Colombian coin with this value.
Interesting fact
The 1874 Colombian 1¼ Centavo coin features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse (front) side features a depiction of the Colombian national coat of arms, which includes a shield with a condor perched atop it. The condor is a symbol of power and strength in Colombian culture, and its inclusion on the coin reflects the country's rich history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1874 | 2400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1¼ Centavo 1874 coin.