5 Centésimos 1960-1970 front 5 Centésimos 1960-1970 back
5 Centésimos 1960-1970 photo
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5 Centésimos

 
Aluminium bronze 4 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1960-1970
Value
5 Centésimos (0.05)
Currency
Escudo (1960-1975)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Weight
4 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1.56 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
29 September 1975
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#2949
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Value flanked by Ears

Script: Latin

Lettering:

5 CENTESIMOS
1969
So

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Centésimos coin from Chile, made of Aluminium bronze and weighing 4 grams, is interesting because it was part of a series of coins that were introduced in 1960 to replace the previous silver-based currency. This series of coins was designed to be more durable and practical for everyday use, and they featured a new design that was meant to reflect the country's cultural and historical heritage. The 5 Centésimos coin, in particular, features an image of a condor, which is a symbol of Chile and represents freedom and power.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1961 So 12000 - - - - - -
1964 So 16628000 - - - - - -
1965 So 27680000 - - - - - -
1966 So 32360000 - - - - - -
1967 So 19680000 - - - - - -
1968 So 4400000 - - - - - -
1969 So 13200000 - - - - - -
1970 So 30680000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centésimos 1960-1970 coin.