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5 Centavos
| Copper clad steel (95% Steel, 5% Copper) | 1.75 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1825-2009) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1965-1970 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05 BOP) |
| Currency | Peso boliviano (1963-1986) |
| Composition | Copper clad steel (95% Steel, 5% Copper) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Denomination, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCO CENTAVOS
5
1965
Translation: Five Centavos
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Bolivia, produced between 1965 and 1970, has a unique feature. Despite being made of copper-clad steel, the coin's edges are not rounded, but instead have a squared-off shape. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination and time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1965-1970 coin.
