5 Centavos Small type
| Copper-nickel | 4.7500 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Period | Insular Government (1901-1935) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1930-1935 |
| Value | 5 Centavos (0.05) |
| Currency | Peso (1857-1967) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.7500 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#16639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings above shield.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
· 1930 ·
M
Designers: Melicio Figueroa, Charles Barber
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Centavos coin from the Philippines, minted between 1930 and 1935, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin bears the image of a young Filipino woman, symbolizing the nation's youth and vitality. The reverse side features a stylized representation of the famous Banaue Rice Terraces, which are ancient irrigated rice fields carved into the mountainsides of the Cordillera Central mountain range. These terraces are an engineering marvel and a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of the Filipino people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 M | 2905000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1931 M | 3477000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1932 M | 3956000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1934 M | 2154000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1935 M | 2754000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centavos (Small type) 1930-1935 coin.
