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5 Centavos
| Billon (.450 silver) | 1.0 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1915-1919 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Old peso (1835-1959) |
| Composition | Billon (.450 silver) |
| Weight | 1.0 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#15864 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Denomination above date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
So
CINCO
CENTAVOS
1916
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Chile, minted between 1915 and 1919, features an image of a condor on its obverse side. The condor is a symbol of Chile and represents freedom, strength, and longevity. It's interesting to note that the condor is also the national bird of Chile and is considered a sacred animal in Andean culture. The inclusion of the condor on the coin highlights the cultural significance of this bird in Chilean history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1915 So | 2250000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 So | 4337000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 So | 1494000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1915-1919 coin.
