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1 Centavo
| Bronze (95% Copper, 5% Zinc and Tin) | 5.3 g | 24.8 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Period | Insular Government (1901-1935) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1903-1936 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Peso (1857-1967) |
| Composition | Bronze (95% Copper, 5% Zinc and Tin) |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 24.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#6696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings above shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
· 1908 ·
Designers: Melicio Figueroa, Charles Barber
Edge
Plain
Comment
Though SCWC gives mass 4.7 g, the direct measurements are 5.3 g. This coin also has overdate varieties on multiple years such as 1908, 1917, 1930, 1933, and 1938
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from the Philippines, minted between 1903 and 1936, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of a young woman representing the Philippines, surrounded by the words "Filipinas" and "1 Centavo." The reverse side features a stylized representation of a palm tree, symbolizing prosperity and growth. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted during its production run.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 | 2558 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 | 1355 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1905 | 471 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1906 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 S | 2187000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1909 S | 1737612 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1910 S | 2700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1911 S | 4803800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 S | 3001000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 S | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 S | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 S | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 S | 4330000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 S | 7070000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 S | 11660000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 S | 4540000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 | 3552000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 S | 2500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1921 | 7283000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 | 3519000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 M | 9332000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1926 M | 9000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1927 M | 9270000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1928 M | 9150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 M | 5657000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 M | 5577000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 M | 5659000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 M | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1933 M | 8393000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1934 M | 3179000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 M | 17455000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1903-1936 coin.
