© Ulmo
© Ulmo
5 Centavos larger head; smooth edge
1953 year| Copper-nickel plated steel | 2 g | 17.2 mm |
| Issuer | Argentina |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1861-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1953 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05 ARM) |
| Currency | Peso moneda nacional (1881-1969) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 17.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.35 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 1970 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Portrait of José de San Martín to the right
Script: Latin
Lettering: JOSE DE SAN MARTIN
Engraver: Mario Baiardi
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from Argentina has a unique feature - it has a larger head on one side and a smooth edge on the other. This design was specifically created to help the visually impaired distinguish the coin from others in circulation. This feature is not commonly found in coins, making it an interesting fact about this particular coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | 36300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos (larger head; smooth edge) 1953 coin.
