1 Centésimo Republic; Copper Pattern
1953 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Panama |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1903-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1953 |
| Value | 1 Centesimo (1 centésimo) (0.01 PAB) |
| Currency | Balboa (1904-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#407111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Profile of the chief Urracá facing left with his name above and legend below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• URRACA •
CINCUENTENARIO
Translation: 50th anniversary
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Centésimo coin from Panama was designed by the artist Rojelio Núñez, who was a renowned Panamanian sculptor and engraver. Núñez's design features a portrait of Panama's first president, Arnulfo Arias, on the obverse (front side), and the Panamanian coat of arms on the reverse (back side). The coin was minted in 1953 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new design. The coin was made of copper, which was a common material for coins at the time due to its durability and affordability. Despite not being widely circulated, the Pattern 1 Centésimo coin remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in Panamanian currency.
