5 Sucres
Ecuador 5 Sucres Antonio José de Sucre
Ecuador (Minted in Mexico) · 1943
A large silver coin featuring the profile of General Antonio José de Sucre and the Ecuadorian Coat of Arms.
- Country
- Ecuador (Minted in Mexico)
- Year
- 1943
- Denomination
- 5 Sucres
- Metal
- Silver (0.720 fineness)
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Overview
A large silver coin featuring the profile of General Antonio José de Sucre and the Ecuadorian Coat of Arms.
Historical significance
Issued during World War II, this coin features General Sucre, a Venezuelan independence leader and close friend of Simón Bolívar who served as the second President of Bolivia and a key figure in Ecuadorian history.
Obverse (front)
Left-facing portrait of Antonio José de Sucre, surrounded by the legend 'REPUBLICA DEL ECUADOR' and the date '1943'.
Reverse (back)
The National Coat of Arms of Ecuador featuring a condor atop a shield. Legends include 'CINCO SUCRES', 'LEY 0.720', '25 GRAM.', and 'MEXICO' with the 'Mo' mint mark.
Estimated value
$15 - $25 in circulated condition, $40 - $75 in Mint State grades.
What drives this coin's value
Silver spot price, overall eye appeal (toning), and preservation of the fine lines in the hair and coat of arms.
Grade assessment
About Uncirculated; the coin shows very little wear on the high points of the hair and eagle feathers, retaining most of its original luster.
Mintage & rarity
1,000,000 (Common for the series)
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Verify the weight (25g) and diameter (39mm). Check for the 'Mo' mint mark above 'MEXICO' on the reverse.
Notable varieties & errors
None widely recognized; focus is usually on the grade and luster.
Similar coins
Often confused with the smaller 2 Sucres or 1 Sucre coins of the same design period, which have smaller diameters and lower weights.
Care & preservation
Do not clean or polish. Store in a PVC-free flip or archival-safe capsule to prevent tarnishing and environmental damage.
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