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5 Decimos
| Silver (.500) | 12.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1886-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1888-1889 |
| 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#48343 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
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
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: DIOS LEI LIBERTAD
Interesting fact
The 5 Decimos coin from Colombia, minted between 1888 and 1889, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.500), it was designed with a unique shape, known as a "octagonal-shaped coin." This distinctive shape sets it apart from other coins of its time and adds to its collectibility.
