Obverse

Reverse

5 Cruzados

Brazil · 1987

A silver-colored stainless steel coin featuring the Brazilian coat of arms on one side and the denomination value with the country name on the other.

Country: Brazil
Year: 1987
Denomination: 5 Cruzados
Metal: Stainless Steel
Grade: About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS)

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Overview

A silver-colored stainless steel coin featuring the Brazilian coat of arms on one side and the denomination value with the country name on the other.

Historical significance

Issued during a period of high inflation in Brazil when the Cruzado was introduced as a new currency in 1986 to replace the cruzeiro, though economic instability quickly persisted.

Obverse (front)

The national coat of arms of Brazil surrounded by a dotted border.

Reverse (back)

Large numeral 5 in the center, with 'BRASIL' arched above and 'CRUZADOS' arched below, alongside the year 1987.

Estimated value

$0.25 - $1.00 in circulated to uncirculated condition

What drives this coin's value

Condition and preservation; because of high mintage, these have primarily numismatic novelty value rather than precious metal value.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS)

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions minted.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Due to low face value and base metal composition, counterfeiting is extremely rare.

Notable varieties & errors

Standard business strikes with no major rare varieties noted.

Similar coins

Other denominations of the Brazilian Cruzado series from the mid-to-late 1980s.

Care & preservation

Store in a dry environment in a coin flip or holder. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners.

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