5 Centavos (Casa de Moneda) 1965 front 5 Centavos (Casa de Moneda) 1965 back
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5 Centavos Casa de Moneda

1965 year
Brass 1.44 g 14.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1965
Value
5 Centavos (0.05&nbspPEH)
Currency
Sol (1863-1985)
Composition
Brass
Weight
1.44 g
Diameter
14.9 mm
Thickness
1.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#7415
Rarity index
14%

Reverse

Pillars of Hercules within inner circle.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CVATRICENTENARIO•ÐLAFVNDACION•ÐLACASA•ÐMONEDA•
•LIMA•
P
PL VSVL TRA
8
1565+1965

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1965 Peruvian 5 Centavos coin features a unique design that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jose de San Martin, a prominent leader in Peru's struggle for independence. The coin's design includes an image of San Martin on horseback, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was created by the Peruvian artist, Juan Sanchez, and it's considered a notable example of Peruvian numismatic art.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1965  712000 - - - - - -

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