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5 Bolívares
| Nickel | 15 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1953-1999) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1977-1988 |
| Value | 5 Bolivars (5 bolívares) (5 VEB) |
| Currency | Bolivar (1879-2007) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Thickness | 2.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#5808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Portrait of Simón Bolívar facing left, engraver's name below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOLÍVAR LIBERTADOR
BARRE
Translation: Bolivar Liberator
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Y#53.1 - Six-pointed stars.Y#53.2 - Five-pointed stars.
Interesting fact
The 5 Bolívares coin from Venezuela, minted between 1977 and 1988, has an interesting feature. It has a unique "Y" shaped security groove on its edge, which was designed to prevent counterfeiting. This feature was introduced as a security measure to make it easier for the public to recognize genuine coins and distinguish them from counterfeit ones. This coin is a great example of how coin design can be used to prevent counterfeiting and ensure the integrity of a country's currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 | 60000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1987 | 25000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1988 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Bolívares 1977-1988 coin.
