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5 Centavos
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 5.0 g | 21.1 mm |
| Issuer | Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Fourth Republic (1966-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1978-1981 |
| Value | 5 Centavos 0.05 DOP = USD 0.00083 |
| Currency | Peso oro (1937-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 5.0 g |
| Diameter | 21.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#898 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Denomination, weight, year of issue, portrait of one of the founding fathers of the Dominican Republic - Juan Pablo Duarte
Script: Latin
Lettering:
* 5 CENTAVOS *
* 5 GRAMOS *
1981
Translation:
5 centavos
5 grams (weight)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from the Dominican Republic features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a palm tree, which is a symbol of peace and prosperity in the Dominican Republic. On the other side, there is an image of a shield with the country's flag, which represents the nation's independence and sovereignty. The coin's design was created by the Dominican Republic's Central Bank and was introduced in 1978. It has been a popular coin among collectors and locals alike, and it continues to be used as legal tender in the country to this day.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 5000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1978-1981 coin.
