Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
5 Centavos
| Bronze | 8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Period | Colony of the Portuguese Empire (1910-1951) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1921-1924 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Escudo (1914-1928) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#25351 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Value
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA PORTUGUESA
5
CENTAVOS
Translation: Portuguese Republic
Edge
Plain
Comment
There are coins with the word "PROVA" (Proof) incus on all datesInteresting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Angola was designed by the Portuguese artist, António de Sousa. The obverse side of the coin features the image of a woman representing the Republic of Angola, while the reverse side features the denomination and the year of minting. The coin was minted in bronze and weighs 8 grams, making it a substantial coin for its size. It's worth noting that the coin was minted during the Portuguese colonial era in Angola, which lasted from 1885 to 1975. The coin was likely used for everyday transactions during this time and is now a collectible item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 720000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1922 | 5680000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1923 | 5840000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1921-1924 coin.
