5 Centavos (Abolition of Slavery) 1954 front 5 Centavos (Abolition of Slavery) 1954 back
5 Centavos (Abolition of Slavery) 1954 photo
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5 Centavos Abolition of Slavery

1954 year
Brass 1.8 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1954
Value
5 Centavos (0.05&nbspPEH)
Currency
Sol (1863-1985)
Composition
Brass
Weight
1.8 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#7417
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Value to right of torch within chain circle

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 CENTAVOS

Engraver: Raymond Pelletier

Edge

Reeded

Comment

1954 was declared the Year of the Liberator Marshal Castilla celebrating the centenary of the decree that abolished slavery on October 3, 1854 in Huancayo, during the liberal revolution led by Ramón Castilla that would lead him to the provisional presidency and then to his second term as constitutional president.

Interesting fact

The 5 Centavos (Abolition of Slavery) coin from Peru, issued in 1954, features an image of a freed slave on one side and the Peruvian coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the abolition of slavery in Peru, which was achieved in 1854. The coin's design serves as a powerful reminder of the country's history and its commitment to freedom and equality.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1954  2080000 - - - - - -

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