3 Centavos (Provisional Government. Flat Top 3) 1915 front 3 Centavos (Provisional Government. Flat Top 3) 1915 back
3 Centavos (Provisional Government. Flat Top 3) 1915 photo
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3 Centavos Provisional Government. Flat Top

1915 year
Copper 2.25 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Oaxaca
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1915
Value
3 Centavos (0.03)
Currency
Peso (1915-1916)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.25 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#39522
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Value in the center, with a half wreath beneath and legend above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
3 CENTAVOS

Edge

Corded or Plain. See yearline comments.

Comment

7th bust type.

Interesting fact

The 3 Centavos coin from the State of Oaxaca, Mexico, issued in 1915, has an interesting feature. It has a unique flat top shape, which sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination. This design was specifically created to make the coin easily identifiable and distinguishable from other coins in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1915  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Centavos (Provisional Government. Flat Top 3) 1915 coin.