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1 Centavo
1878 year| Copper | 2.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1825-2009) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1878 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | First boliviano (1864-1963) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#74127 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
"LA UNION ES LA FUERZA" in wreath, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering: LA UNION ES LA FUERZA
Translation: Unity is strength
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo 1878 coin from Bolivia made of Copper is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic turmoil in the country. Bolivia was facing a severe economic crisis in the late 1800s, and the government was forced to debase the currency by issuing coins with lower metal content. Despite this, the 1 Centavo coin remained a popular denomination among the population, and its copper composition made it a valuable commodity. Today, this coin is a sought-after collector's item, and its historical significance makes it an interesting fact for numismatists.
