© Essor Prof
© Essor Prof
1 Céntimo With braille
| Brass | 1.78 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1991-1999 |
| Value | 1 Centimo 0.01 PEN = USD 0.0027 |
| Currency | Nuevo sol (1991-2015) / Sol (2016-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 1.78 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 1.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#324412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Denomination flanked by Chimu designs from city of Chan Chan, all with braille above.
Scripts: Braille, Latin
Lettering:
1
CÉNTIMO
Edge
Plain
Comment
Variety Date 1993Interesting fact
The 1 Céntimo coin from Peru, which was in circulation from 1991 to 1999, features braille letters on its reverse side. This is unique among coins, as it allows visually impaired individuals to identify the coin by touch. The braille letters spell out the word "Perú" (Spanish for "Peru"), indicating the country of origin. This feature was included to improve accessibility for people with visual impairments, demonstrating the Peruvian government's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 LIMA | 6000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1992 LIMA | 20034000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1993 LIMA | 3859000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1994 LIMA | 765000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1997 LIMA | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1999 LIMA | 1362000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Céntimo (With braille) 1991-1999 coin.
