5 Centimes

Reverse

Coat of Arms

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTE. EGALITE . FRATERNITE
· 5 ·

Translation: Liberty Equality Brotherhood

Edge

Plain

Comment

President Estimé Dumarsais made welcome agrarian reforms, such as the introduction of rice, but following a scandal he was forced to resign by a triumvirate of generals, including Magloire, who succeeded him.

This is an automatic translation. The original text is:

Le président Estimé Dumarsais fit des réformes agraires bien accueillies, comme l'introduction du riz, mais suite à un scandale, il fut poussé à la démission par un triumvirat de généraux dont Magloire qui lui succéda.

Interesting fact

The 5 Centimes 1949 coin from Haiti features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. On the obverse side of the coin, you'll find an image of a Haitian woman, representing the country's strong and resilient people. She's surrounded by a wreath of coffee branches, which is a nod to Haiti's long history of coffee production. The reverse side of the coin features the Haitian coat of arms, which includes a palm tree, a symbol of peace and prosperity, and a trophy of arms, representing the country's struggle for independence. The coin's design is a beautiful representation of Haiti's rich history and culture.

• north america
• modern
• french colony