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5 Centavos
| Nickel clad steel (94% Steel, 6% Nickel) | 4 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador) |
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1976-1984 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Nickel clad steel (94% Steel, 6% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTAVOS
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from El Salvador, produced between 1976 and 1984, has a unique feature. It's made of Nickel clad steel, which is 94% steel and 6% Nickel. This composition was used to reduce the cost of production and extend the coin's lifespan. This coin is also notable for its weight, which is only 4 grams, making it one of the lightest coins in circulation at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 15000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos 1976-1984 coin.
