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3 Centavos
1974 year| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 4 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador) |
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1974 |
| Value | 3 Centavos (0.03 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#2748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
The denomination within a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
3
CENTAVOS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 3 Centavos 1974 coin from El Salvador was the first coin in the country's history to feature the national emblem, the "Pendón de El Salvador," on its obverse side. The Pendón is a symbol of the country's independence and sovereignty, and it consists of a triangle with a sun in the center, surrounded by the words "Dios, Unión, Libertad" (God, Union, Liberty). This design change marked a significant shift in El Salvador's coinage, as previous coins had featured the portrait of a president or other prominent figures.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Centavos 1974 coin.
