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5 Centavos Pattern
1884 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1825-2009) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1884 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | First boliviano (1864-1963) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Motto, face value in a wreath, and date. Monogram and assayer's initials on sides of date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
. LA UNION ES LA FUERZA .
CINCO
CENT.
9D. FINO
PTS (Monogram) 1874 F. E.
Translation:
The Unity is the Strength
Five
Centavos
9 Tenths Fineness
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Centavos coin from Bolivia, made of silver in 1884, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item. It is believed that only 20-30 of these coins were minted, making it one of the rarest and most sought-after coins in the world.
