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5 Centavos
Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 3.25 g | 21 mm |
Issuer | Honduras |
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Issuing bank | Central Bank of Honduras (Banco Central de Honduras) |
Period | Republic (1862-date) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1993-1994 |
Value | 5 Centavos 0.05 HNL = USD 0.0020 |
Currency | Lempira (1931-date) |
Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
Weight | 3.25 g |
Diameter | 21 mm |
Thickness | 1.4 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#8489 |
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Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Value within Laurel Wreath
CINCO 5 CENTAVOS DE LEMPIRA
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCO
5
CENTAVOS
DE
LEMPIRA
Translation:
Five
5
Centavos
of a
Lempira
Edge
Plain
Comment
Lempira, the present currency of Honduras, was introduced in 1931 replacing the Peso. The Lempira is divided into 100 Centavos.The currency is named after Lempira, a chieftain of the indigenous Lenca people, who waged war against Spanish occupation of the country during the 16th century. He is revered as a national hero.
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Honduras, minted between 1993 and 1994, has a unique feature. It is made of brass, an alloy composed of 70% copper and 30% zinc. This metal combination gives the coin a distinctive golden color and makes it stand out from other coins made of different materials. Additionally, the coin's weight of 3.25 grams is relatively light, making it easy to handle and transport.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1993 | 21000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
1994 | 40000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1993-1994 coin.