5 Centavos 1993-1994 front 5 Centavos 1993-1994 back
5 Centavos 1993-1994 photo
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5 Centavos

 
Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) 3.25 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Honduras
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
References
Numista
N#8489
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
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.