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5 Centésimos Republic
1978 year| Copper-nickel clad copper | 5 g | 21.2 mm |
| Issuer | Panama |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1903-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 5 Centesimos (5 centésimos) 0.05 PAB = USD 0.05 |
| Currency | Balboa (1904-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel clad copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 21.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#10548 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 60% |
Reverse
Head of Carlos J. Finlay facing 3/4s left with legend above and date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CARLOS J. FINLAY
1978
Edge
Plain
Comment
Carlos Finlay (1883-1915) was a Cuban physician who became famous for his studies identifying that the virus responsible for the yellow fever was spread by mosquitoes. The information proved particularly useful at limiting the disease during the construction of the Panama Canal.Interesting fact
The 5 Centésimos coin was designed by Panamanian artist, José de la Vega, and features a depiction of a traditional Panamanian woman on the obverse side, while the reverse side features the Panamanian coat of arms.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 FM | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Centésimos (Republic) 1978 coin.
