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5 Colones Independence
1971 year| Silver (.999) | 11.5 g | 29.80 mm |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador (Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador) |
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1971 |
| Value | 5 Colones (5 SVC) |
| Currency | Colón (1892-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 11.5 g |
| Diameter | 29.80 mm |
| Thickness | 2.11 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2001 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#38949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Victory with two laurel wreaths. Bust at right. With legend around and value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
150° ANIVERSARIO DE LA INDEPENDENCIA DE CENTRO AMERICA
1821-1971 José Simeón Cañas y Villacorta
5
COLONES
Translation: 150th Anniversary of Central America Independence.
Edge
Lettered.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DE EL SALVADOR
Translation: Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Colones (Independence) 1971 coin from El Salvador is that it features the image of a national hero, Francisco Morazán, on its obverse side. Morazán was a prominent leader in the struggle for Central American independence and was eventually executed for his efforts. The coin's design serves as a tribute to his legacy and a symbol of El Salvador's fight for freedom.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | 18000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Colones (Independence) 1971 coin.
