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  • 5 Pesos Uruguayos 2003-2008, KM# 120, Uruguay
  • 5 Pesos Uruguayos 2003-2008, KM# 120, Uruguay
Description

KM# 120.1: Left point of bust shoulder points at U in Republic
KM# 120.2: Left point of bust shoulder points at P in Republic

Engraver: Jorge Nicastro

Obverse

Depicts José Gervasio Artigas bust right, surrounded by the country name.

José Gervasio Artigas (1764—1850) is a national hero of Uruguay, soldier and revolutionary leader who is regarded as the father of Uruguayan independence, although that goal was not attained until several years after he had been forced into exile. Artigas's birthday is celebrated as a national holiday (19 June).

REPUBLICA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY

Reverse

Value in both numerals and lettering. Date below exergue line.

$5
CINCO PESOS
URUGUAYOS
2005

Edge

5 Pesos Uruguayos

KM# 120 Schön# 93
Characteristics
Material Aluminium Bronze
Weight 6.27 g
Diameter 26 mm
Thickness 1.66 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal
Alt # KM# 120.1, KM# 120.2
Mints
Buenos Aires Mint
Casa de Moneda de Chile (So)

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