5 Centésimos (1944 - 1951)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Centésimos |
| Catalog Number | KM# 21a |
| Weight (g) | 5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 23 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | |
| Demonetized | 1975-01-07 |
Obverse
Lettering:
REPUBLICA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY
1946
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun design.
REPUBLICA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY
1946
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun design.
Reverse
Lettering:
5
CENTÉSIMOS
Description:
Denomination within wreath.
5
CENTÉSIMOS
Description:
Denomination within wreath.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1944 So | 4,000,000 | Common | |
| 1946 So | 2,000,000 | Common | |
| 1947 So | 2,000,000 | Common | |
| 1948 So | 3,000,000 | Common | |
| 1949 So | 2,800,000 | Common | |
| 1951 So | 15,000,000 | Common |


