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5 Decimos
| Silver (.500) | 12.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1886-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1887-1888 |
| Value | 5 Décimos (0.5 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 12.5 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#48342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Condor with spread wings above flagged arms, surrounded by weight, value, silver fineness, and mint.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
G. 12,500 CINCO DECIMOS
MEDELLIN LEY 0,500
Translation:
12.5 Grams Five Tenths
Medellin 0.500 Fineness
Edge
Inscripted
Script: Latin
Lettering: DIOS PATRIA LIBERTAD
Translation: God, Homeland, Freedom
Interesting fact
The 5 Decimos coin from Colombia, minted between 1887 and 1888, was the first silver coin to be issued by the country. It was made of .500 silver, which means it contained 50% silver, and it weighed 12.5 grams. This coin was an important step in the history of Colombian currency, as it helped to establish the country's monetary system and paved the way for the use of silver coins in future issuances.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 84000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Decimos 1887-1888 coin.
