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5 Pesos Provisional Coinage
1923 year| Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) | 5.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1923 |
| Value | 5 Pesos |
| Currency | Peso, decimalized (1869-1925) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (91% Copper, 9% Aluminium) |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#14267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 44% |
Reverse
Value, legend and metal at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINCO
PESOS
REPUBLICA DE
GUATEMALA
BR. AL
Translation:
Five
Pesos
Republic of
Guatemala
Bronze Aluminium
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Provisional coinage of 1915-1923 was made in order to facilitate conversion from the Real system to the decimal system, because up to that point Real and Peso were both legal tender, but the Real was being phased out.There is also a Medal alignment variant of this coin.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1923 Guatemalan 5 Pesos coin is that it was made of a unique alloy called "aluminum bronze," which is 91% copper and 9% aluminum. This makes it stand out from other coins of its time, which were typically made of pure copper or silver. The use of aluminum bronze was likely chosen for its durability and resistance to corrosion, making it a practical choice for a circulating coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 445104 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pesos (Provisional Coinage) 1923 coin.
