5 Pesos (Provisional Government) 1915 front 5 Pesos (Provisional Government) 1915 back
5 Pesos (Provisional Government) 1915 photo
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5 Pesos Provisional Government

1915 year
Gold (.175) - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
State of Oaxaca
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1915
Value
5 Pesos
Currency
Peso (1915-1916)
Composition
Gold (.175)
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15033
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
5 PESOS
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
0.175 ORO

Comment

3rd bust, heavy, with short unfinished lapels.

Interesting fact

The 5 Pesos coin from the State of Oaxaca in 1915 is a rare and unique coin, as it was made of gold (.175) during a time when most coins were made of silver or copper. This makes it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.