coins \ Coin \ United States of America \ 5c \ Five Centavos \ 1916
The 1916 Five Centavos is a coin minted in the Philippines during American colonial rule. Made of a bronze composition, this coin features the denomination "Five Centavos" alongside the year of minting. The reverse side typically depicts the national emblem of the Philippines. Collectors value it for both its historical context and its representation of the transition period in Philippine currency influenced by the United States. The coin is part of a broader category of U.S. Philippine coins, reflecting the unique relationship between the two nations during this era.
| Item | Denomination | Series | Year | Mint | |
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1916-S 5c USPI | 5c | Five Centavos | 1916 | San Francisco |