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  • 5 Sentimo 1995-2016, KM# 268, Philippines
  • 5 Sentimo 1995-2016, KM# 268, Philippines
Description

In December 1995, a new set of coins and notes was issued which carried the logo of the new BSP: 5- and 1-piso and 25-, 10-, 5- and 1-sentimo, with the aim of carrying out the demonetization of all previous series by Jan 2, 1998. On July 10, 2001, BSP issued the 10-piso coin for general circulation to commemorate its 8th anniversary.

Obverse

Hole in center with date, bank and name around border, 1993 (date Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas was established) below.

BANGKO SENTRAL NG PILIPINAS
1993

Reverse

Legend surrounding denomination with centered hole.

REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS
5
SENTIMO
2005

Edge

5 Sentimo

BSP series
KM# 268
Characteristics
Material Copper Plated Steel
Weight 1.9 g
Diameter 15.5 mm
Thickness 1.52 mm
Shape round with a center hole
Alignment Medal

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