5 Pesos (Brass Pattern) 1939 front 5 Pesos (Brass Pattern) 1939 back
5 Pesos (Brass Pattern) 1939 photo
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5 Pesos Brass Pattern

1939 year
Brass 6.0 g 25.35 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
1939
Value
5 Pesos
Currency
Peso (1856-1944)
Composition
Brass
Weight
6.0 g
Diameter
25.35 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#224393
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 PESOS

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Pesos (Brass Pattern) 1939 from Paraguay was designed by the renowned artist and engraver, José de Creeft. De Creeft was a Spanish artist who immigrated to Paraguay in the early 20th century and became known for his work in coin design, sculpture, and medallic art. His design for the Pattern 5 Pesos coin features a portrait of Paraguay's first president, Carlos Antonio López, on the obverse, and a depiction of the country's national coat of arms on the reverse. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the country's independence and national pride.