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5 Centavos
| Copper-nickel | 2.0 g | 17.35 mm |
| Issuer | Paraguay |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1811-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1900-1903 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Peso (1856-1944) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 17.35 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1944 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#14527 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 29% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: 5 CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Paraguay, minted between 1900 and 1903, has an interesting feature. It was designed with a unique shape, known as a "round-square" shape, which is a combination of a round and square shape. This distinctive design was used to differentiate the coin from other coins in circulation and to make it easily recognizable.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 | 600000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1900-1903 coin.
