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5 Centavos
1879 year| Silver (.835) (Copper .165) | 1.25 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1879 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Second Peso (decimalized, 1879-1931) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (Copper .165) |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 11 March 1931 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Standing Liberty; in her right hand a flag, and her left arms resting in column. With stars an legend around and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*****15 DE SEP. DE 1821*****
1879
Translation: 15th of Sep, 1821
Engraver: George H. Lovett
Comment
These coins were made to the specifications of the Latin Monetary Union.Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Honduras, minted in 1879, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.835) and copper (.165), it weighs only 1.25 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation at that time.
