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1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents

The 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents is a business-strike issue from Mexico. composed of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc) (2.75 g).

28 collectors own one

1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents

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The 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents coin, made of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc), and weighing 2.75 grams. With a diameter of 18 mm, and a thickness of 1.45 mm, and featuring a smooth edge.

The obverse is national arms (eagle on cactus facing left with snake in beak above wreath), with the inscription forming a semicircle above it. It reads "ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS". The reverse is value, portrait of josefa ortiz de domínguez to the right. It reads "CINCO CENTAVOS 1971 Mo".

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Specifications

Type
Standard circulation coin
Composition
Brass (85% Copper, 15% Zinc)
Weight
2.75 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.45 mm
Edge
Smooth
Currency
Peso (1823-1992)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents made of?
The 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents is made of brass (85% copper, 15% zinc), weighs 2.75 grams, and measures 18 mm in diameter.
How many people collect the 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents?
28 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1957 Estados Unidos Type 5 5 Cents in their collection.