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5 Centavos / 1 Macuta
1927 year| Nickel brass | 1.4 g | 15.6 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Period | Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1927 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1928) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 1.4 g |
| Diameter | 15.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#13551 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Arms in center, value in decimal in semicircle above and in local currency with Roman number below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCO CENTAVOS
I
MACUTA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos / 1 Macuta 1927 coin from Angola made of Nickel brass weighing 1.4g is interesting because it was produced during a time of great change in Angola's history. In 1927, Angola was still a Portuguese colony, and the coin was minted as part of a series of currency reforms aimed at modernizing the country's economy. The coin's design features a portrait of King Manuel II of Portugal on one side and an image of a macuta, a traditional Angolan basket, on the other. The use of the macuta as a symbol of Angolan culture and commerce reflects the country's rich cultural heritage and its importance as a trading nation. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a unique glimpse into Angola's history and cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 | 2002600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos / 1 Macuta 1927 coin.
