The 1961 Panama 5 Centesimos coin, composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel, features the iconic arms of Panama adorned with nine stars, symbolizing the country’s provinces at the time. This collectible piece, with a diameter of 21.21mm, is a must-have for enthusiasts and investors seeking to enhance their collection with a unique representation of Panamanian heritage.
- Issuer: Panama
- Year: 1961
- Face Value: 5 Centesimos
- Composition: Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
- Size: 21.21mm diameter
- Obverse: The arms of Panama with nine stars above (symbolizing the nine provinces of the country at the time, (there are now ten) along with the country name above around the rim and date below.
- Reverse: Numeric value in the center, in letters around, 9 stars below.
- Catalogue Reference: KM# 23, Schön# 23
- Numista N#: 1083
- Numista NN#: 24052