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5 Céntimos "Puya"
1944 year| Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) | 2.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | United States (1864-1953) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1944 |
| Value | 5 Centimos (5 céntimos) (0.05 VEB) |
| Currency | Bolivar (1879-2007) |
| Composition | Brass (70% Copper, 30% Zinc) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Value within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
CENTIMOS
Translation: 5 Centimes
Edge
Plain
Comment
5 Céntimos coin is popularly known as "Puya" in Venezuela
The coin was minted using recycled "shell case" copper.
Interesting fact
The 5 Céntimos "Puya" coin from Venezuela, minted in 1944, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the image of a puya, a traditional Venezuelan instrument used by indigenous communities for centuries. The puya is a type of flute made from a hollowed-out bamboo stem, and it is still played today in many parts of the country. The inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating Venezuela's indigenous cultural traditions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Céntimos "Puya" 1944 coin.
