1 Centavo 1928 front 1 Centavo 1928 back
1 Centavo 1928 photo
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1 Centavo

1928 year
Bronze (95% Copper, 5% Zinc and Tin) 3.5 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Ecuador
Period
Republic (1830-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1928
Value
1 Centavo (0.01&nbspECS)
Currency
Sucre (1884-2000)
Composition
Bronze (95% Copper, 5% Zinc and Tin)
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
9 October 2000
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#4965
Rarity index
31%

Reverse

Denomination with laurels

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1 CENTAVO

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Centavo coin from Ecuador, minted in 1928, has an interesting feature. It bears the image of a native Ecuadorian woman, representing the country's indigenous culture. This design was a departure from the traditional imagery of national heroes or political leaders, and it highlights the diversity and richness of Ecuador's cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1928  2016000 - - - - - -

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