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5 Centavos

Mexican 5 Centavos (Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez)

Mexico (Banco de México / Casa de Moneda de México) · 1945

A copper-colored bronze coin featuring the portrait of Mexican national heroine Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez on the obverse and the traditional Mexican coat of arms on the reverse.

Country: Mexico (Banco de México / Casa de Moneda de México)
Year: 1945
Denomination: 5 Centavos
Metal: Bronze (95% Copper, 2.5% Tin, 2.5% Zinc)

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Overview

A copper-colored bronze coin featuring the portrait of Mexican national heroine Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez on the obverse and the traditional Mexican coat of arms on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during the mid-20th century, this series commemorates Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez, a key figure in the Mexican War of Independence known as 'La Corregidora' who warned insurgents that their plot had been discovered.

Obverse (front)

Features the left-facing profile bust of Josefa Ortiz de Domínguez with braided hair. The legend reads 'CINCO CENTAVOS' curving along the top, the year '1945' at the bottom, and the Mexico City mint mark 'Mo' to the right of the bust.

Reverse (back)

Features the Mexican national coat of arms depicting a Mexican golden eagle perched on a prickly pear cactus while devouring a snake, surrounded by the legend 'ESTADOS UNIDOS MEXICANOS' and a border of small dots.

Estimated value

$1.00 to $5.00 in circulated condition, up to $15-$30 in high mint state grades with good red-brown color.

What drives this coin's value

Condition, original mint luster, preservation of red copper color versus brown toning, and absence of cleaning or scratches.

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) to Mint State (MS) with attractive iridescent toning and minor wear.

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions were minted for circulation.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Counterfeits for common circulation bronze coins of this era are rare due to their low face value. Verify weight, dimensions, and magnetic properties (bronze is non-magnetic).

Notable varieties & errors

Various minor die cracks and repunched date varieties exist for certain years, though the 1945 issue is relatively standard.

Similar coins

Other denominations of Mexican bronze coins from the same era, such as the 1 Centavo and 10 Centavos, which feature similar stylistic elements and portraits.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges using clean cotton gloves to avoid transferring oils from skin. Store in a cool, dry environment using PVC-free coin holders or flips. Never clean or polish the coin, as this damages its original surface and destroys numismatic value.

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