1 Centavo Soldier head with countermark
1899 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Island of Panay (Philippine notgeld) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1899 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Peso (1857-1967) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#341868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Radiating sun within triangle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNO CENTAVO
PANAY
NACIONAL LIBERTAD
Translation: One centavo. National liberty.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from the Island of Panay (Philippine notgeld) made of Copper and minted in 1899 features a unique countermark on the soldier's head, which was added as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting.
