1 Centavo 1884-1886 front 1 Centavo 1884-1886 back
1 Centavo 1884-1886 photo
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1 Centavo

 
Copper-nickel 3.0 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Ecuador
Period
Republic (1830-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1884-1886
Value
1 Centavo (0.01&nbspECS)
Currency
Sucre (1884-2000)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
3.0 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#40607
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Value within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UN
CENTAVO
HEATON BIRMINGHAM

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Centavo coin from Ecuador, minted between 1884 and 1886, is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature the iconic image of the Andean condor, a symbol of Ecuadorian culture and heritage. The condor is depicted with outstretched wings on the coin's obverse, surrounded by the coin's denomination and the country's name. This design was meant to represent the country's rich history and natural beauty, and it has become a recognizable symbol of Ecuador's national identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1884  500000 - - - - - -
1886  1000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1884-1886 coin.