5 Centavos 1899-1907 front 5 Centavos 1899-1907 back
5 Centavos 1899-1907 photo
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5 Centavos

 
Silver (.500) 1 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1899-1907
Value
5 Centavos (0.05)
Currency
Old peso (1835-1959)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
1 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#16034
Rarity index
28%

Reverse

Value within wreath. At the base there are a hammer and sickle

Script: Latin

Lettering:
So
CINCO
CENTAVOS
1906

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Centavos coin from Chile, minted between 1899 and 1907, has an interesting feature. It was made of silver, specifically 50% silver, which was a common composition for coins at that time. However, what makes it stand out is that it weighs only 1 gram, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation. This is remarkable considering that coins of similar value and composition usually weigh more. This unique feature makes it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1899 So 1794000 - - - - - -
1901 So 2109000 - - - - - -
1904 So 2527000 - - - - - -
1906 So 713000 - - - - - -
1907 So 2791000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1899-1907 coin.