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5 Avos
1952 year| Bronze | 2 g | 16.9 mm |
| Issuer | Macau (China) |
|---|---|
| Period | Overseas Province (1951-1976) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 5 Avos (0.05 MOP) |
| Currency | Pataca (1894-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 16.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#16232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Value flanked by upper and lower dots within circle, denomination below
Lettering:
REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA
* 5 AVOS *
仙 伍
Translation:
Portuguese Republic
* 5 Avos *
Five Avos
Edge
Plain
Comment
Coat of arms of Portuguese Macau (1935–1999): To distinguish Macau Coat of arms from other Portugal colonies; WithIn the centre of the Globe & to the top right, is the Dragon holding the Portugal coats in its Fore paws.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Avos 1952 coin from Macau (China) is that it features a unique design that reflects the region's cultural and historical heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Chinese junk boat, while the reverse side features the Macau coat of arms, which includes a lotus flower and a scroll with the motto "SINCERITY, HARMONY, PROSPERITY." This design was created by the renowned Chinese artist, Xu Jiaojun, and it symbolizes the region's rich maritime history and its cultural blend of Chinese and Portuguese influences.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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