5 Centavos (1879 - 1880)
Features
| Denomination | 5 Centavos |
| Catalog Number | KM# 197 |
| Weight (g) | 2.48 |
| Diameter (mm) | 16.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.5 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Copper-Nickel |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Coin orientation ↑↓ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Lettering:
REPUBLICA PERUANA 1979
CINCO CENTAVOS
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun face.
REPUBLICA PERUANA 1979
CINCO CENTAVOS
Description:
Inscription around radiant sun face.
Reverse
Lettering:
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
5
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination within circle.
MONEDA PROVISIONAL
5
CENTAVOS
Description:
Denomination within circle.
Edge
Description:
Reeded
Reeded
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 | 12,000,000 | Common | |
| 1880 | 2,000,000 | Common | |
| 1880 | Proof | Not Common |