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5 Centavos
1914 year| Silver (.835) (Copper .165) | 1.25 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1914 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (Copper .165) |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 23 December 1941 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Value in wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCO
CENTAVOS
Translation:
Five
Centavos
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Centavos 1914 coin from El Salvador is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. El Salvador had recently gained independence from Spain in 1821, but it was struggling to establish a stable government and economy. The coin was minted in an effort to address the country's economic challenges and promote trade and commerce. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable collector's item today, with its unique blend of silver and copper making it a rare and interesting piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1914 coin.
