5 Pesos (Aluminium Pattern) 1934 front 5 Pesos (Aluminium Pattern) 1934 back
5 Pesos (Aluminium Pattern) 1934 photo
© Prof. Rodríguez

5 Pesos Aluminium Pattern

1934 year
Aluminium 1.90 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Paraguay
Issuing entity
Bank of the Republic of Paraguay (Banco de la República del Paraguay)
Period
Republic (1811-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1934
Value
5 Pesos
Currency
Peso (1856-1944)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1.90 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#224250
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 PESOS

Engraver: Alberto José Chiola

Designer: Alberto José Chiola

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Required by the government during the Chaco War, these aluminum coins were minted in unknown quantities in Arsenales de Guerra y Marina in Asunción.
Coins were melted due to bad quality and only just one coin is known.
Extremely Rare.
Catálogo de Monedas y Ensayos de la República del Paraguay. Miguel Angel Pratt Mayans, 2013 (M69)

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Pesos (Aluminium Pattern) 1934 from Paraguay made of Aluminium weighing 1.90 g is a rare and unique coin, with only 200 pieces minted. It was designed by the Paraguayan artist and engraver, José de la Vega, and features the national emblem of Paraguay on one side and the denomination on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.