© Scott Doll
© Scott Doll
5 Centavos Provisional Government; Curved Bottom
1915 year| Copper | - | 22 mm |
| Issuer | State of Oaxaca |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1915 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Peso (1915-1916) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 6 March 1916 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#63260 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Value above spray of oak and laurel
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
5 CENTAVOS
Translation: Provisional Currency
Engraver: John DeCoe
Edge
Corded.
Comment
6th Bust. Curved bottom.
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from the State of Oaxaca, Mexico, issued in 1915, has an interesting feature. It has a curved bottom, which was a unique design element for coins at that time. This feature was introduced to make it easier for people to tell the difference between the 5 Centavos coin and other coins of similar size and value.
