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1 Centavo
| Copper | 5.9 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1830-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1890 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Peso (1871-1884) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Denomination within laurels
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UN CENTAVO
HEATON
Translation:
One centavo
Heaton (Birmingham Mint, UK)
Edge
Reeded
Comment
1 centavo 1872 were made for Ecuadorian peso, but remained in circulation after the adoption of a new currency unit - the sucre.1 centavo 1890 was made for the sucre, but the coin type remained the same (only the alignment changed).
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from Ecuador was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at that time. However, what's interesting is that the coin was designed with a unique combination of elements that reflected the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of a Native American woman, representing the indigenous people of Ecuador, while the reverse side depicts a condor, a symbol of power and strength in South American cultures. This blend of indigenous and European influences makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 HEATON | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1890 H | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1872-1890 coin.
