5 Pesos (Pattern) 1892 front 5 Pesos (Pattern) 1892 back
5 Pesos (Pattern) 1892 photo
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5 Pesos Pattern

1892 year
Gold plated bronze - -
Description
Issuer
El Salvador
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1892
Value
5 Pesos
Currency
Peso (1861-1919)
Composition
Gold plated bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#305143
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Laureate bust left, with legend around and value at bottom

Script: Latin

Lettering:
AMERICA CENTRAL
5 PESOS

Translation: Central America

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 5 Pesos (Pattern) 1892 from El Salvador made of Gold plated bronze is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The coin features the national emblem of El Salvador 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.