Centenario de la Restauración de la República 5 Centavos
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Year of Issue: 1963
Denomination: 5 Centavos
Composition: Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Brief Description
A small silver-colored copper-nickel coin commemorating the 100th anniversary of the restoration of the Dominican Republic.
Historical Significance
This coin commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Dominican Restoration War (1863-1865), which was a guerrilla war between nationalist revolutionaries and the Spanish Empire to reclaim sovereignty.
Estimated Value
$0.50 - $2.00 in circulated condition; $5.00 - $12.00 in high Mint State (MS-65+).
Care Instructions
Do not clean or polish the coin, as this removes original surface patina and significantly reduces numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free coin flip or holder in a cool, dry place.
Mint Mark
None (struck at various world mints, likely including the Royal Mint)
Mintage & Rarity
6,000,000 (Common)
Weight & Diameter
5.0g / 21.0mm
Edge
Plain
Apparent Grade
Very Fine (VF) to Extremely Fine (EF). The surface shows moderate wear on the high points of Liberty's hair and the central shield, but legends remain sharp.
Obverse (Front)
The left-facing profile of Liberty wearing a Phrygian cap with the word 'LIBERTAD'. Legends: '5 CENTAVOS', '5 GRAMOS', and the date '1963'.
Reverse (Back)
The Coat of Arms of the Dominican Republic at the center. Top legend: '1ER CENTENARIO DE LA RESTAURACION DE LA REPUBLICA'. Dates below: '1863-1963'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
The primary value factors are condition and luster. High mintage makes it easily available in circulated grades, but flawless specimens are more desirable to collectors.
Similar Coins
Standard Dominican 5 centavos from other years have different reverse designs lacking the 'Centenario' commemorative text.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for proper weight (5g) and diameter (21mm). The details in the coat of arms should be crisp, not mushy. No significant counterfeiting issues exist for this common base-metal issue.
Notable Varieties & Errors
No major die varieties or errors are widely recognized for this specific commemorative issue.
Created At: 2026-05-13T16:07:14.401631