5 Córdobas (Christopher Columbus) 2019 front 5 Córdobas (Christopher Columbus) 2019 back
5 Córdobas (Christopher Columbus) 2019 photo
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5 Córdobas Christopher Columbus

2019 year
Silver (.925) 12 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Nicaragua
Period
Republic (1854-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2019
Value
5 Córdobas 5 NIO = USD 0.14
Currency
Third Córdoba "Oro" (1991-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
12 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#308488
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Columbus on rowboat with sailing ship in background, date below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
DESCUBRIMIENTO CRISTÓBAL COLÓN
2019

Translation: Discovery of Christopher Columbus

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Córdobas coin featuring Christopher Columbus from Nicaragua has a unique feature - it has a convex shape, which sets it apart from most coins that have a flat or concave design.