5 centavos 1920 Bronze from Portugal, it belongs to the first coins minted of the first Portuguese Republic. Created by Law 1085 of 9 December 1920, issuance ceased under the terms of Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issue on the various dates minted between 1920 and 1922: 15326250.

Portuguese 5 centavos coin dated 1920, struck in bronze and issued during the early years of the First Republic. Minted at the Lisbon Mint, the obverse displays the denomination “5 CENTAVOS,” while the reverse features the national coat of arms over the armillary sphere, a defining symbol of Portuguese republican coinage.

With a diameter of 25 mm and an approximate weight of 8 grams, it has a smooth edge and a beaded border. Authorized by Law No. 1085 in 1920, this type was produced until 1922, with a substantial overall mintage. Recognized in major numismatic catalogs, it represents an important piece of Portugal’s monetary history.

Portuguese 5 centavos coin dated 1920, struck in bronze (Cu 960 – Zn 40), part of the early issues of the First Portuguese Republic. Minted at the Lisbon Mint, it features the denomination “5 CENTAVOS” on the obverse and the national coat of arms over the armillary sphere on the reverse, iconic symbols of the republican period. With a diameter of 25 mm and an approximate weight of 8 grams, it presents a smooth rim with beaded border and vertical alignment.

Established by Law No. 1085 of December 9, 1920, this coin was issued between 1920 and 1922, with a total mintage exceeding 15 million pieces across all dates, and was withdrawn from circulation in 1927. Catalogued as KM#569 in the World Coins Krause catalog and as R.05.01 in the Alberto Gomes reference, it is a historically significant piece for collectors of Portuguese numismatics.

Portugal, coin of 5 centavos 1920 Bronze, World Coins Portugal KM#569

Portugal, coin of 5 centavos 1920 Bronze, World Coins Portugal KM#569

1920 Portuguese 5 centavos coin, minted in bronze as part of the first coinage series of the Republic. Produced in Lisbon, it features a classic design with the denomination on the obverse and the national shield over the armillary sphere on the reverse.

Standard specifications include a 25 mm diameter, smooth edge, and vertical alignment. Introduced in 1920 and circulated throughout the early 1920s, it was later withdrawn from use in 1927. Catalogued as KM#569 and Alberto Gomes R.05.01, this coin is valued among collectors for its historical and typological significance.

Portugal, coin of 5 centavos 1920 Bronze, World Coins Portugal KM#569

5 centavos 1920 Bronze from Portugal, it belongs to the first coins minted of the first Portuguese Republic. Created by Law 1085 of 9 December 1920, issuance ceased under the terms of Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issue on the various dates minted between 1920 and 1922: 15326250.

The bronze coin of Portugal of 5 centavos 1922 Portuguese Republic, belongs to the first coins minted from the first Portuguese Republic. Created by Law 1085 of 9 December 1920, issuance ceased under the terms of Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance on the various dates minted between 1920 and 1922: 15326250, Coins were minted with the dates 1920, 1921 and 1922 in Bronze Metal Alloy (Cu 960 - Zn 40).

The bronze coin of Portugal of 5 centavos 1922 Portuguese Republic, belongs to the first coins minted from the first Portuguese Republic. Created by Law 1085 of 9 December 1920, issuance ceased under the terms of Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance on the various dates minted between 1920 and 1922: 15326250, Coins were minted with the dates 1920, 1921 and 1922 in Bronze Metal Alloy (Cu 960 - Zn 40).

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal 5 Centavos 1924 Bronze, Five Cents 1924 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Defect or mintage error on 5 Centavos coin 1924 Bronze, 5 centavos 1924 ($05) Republica Portuguesa, World Coins Portugal KM#572, coin with metallic spun in the legend along the edge of the obverse.

Portugal, 5 Centavos 1925 Bronze, Five Cents 1925 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal, 5 Centavos 1925 Bronze, Five Cents 1925 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal, 5 Centavos 1925 Bronze, Five Cents 1925 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal, 5 Centavos 1925 Bronze, Five Cents 1925 of the Portuguese Republic, Created by Decree 9718 of 23 May 1924. Issuance ceased in accordance with Decree-Law 9718 of 23 May 1924.Issuance on the various dates minted between 1924 and 1927: 40060364

Portugal, 5 centavos coin of 1927, in bronze, from the Portuguese Republic. It belongs to the second series of 5-centavo coins to circulate in Portugal, created by Decree No. 9718 of 23 May 1924. The issue ended under the terms of the same decree. The total mintage, considering the various dates struck between 1924 and 1927, was 40,060,364 pieces. The designers were Alves do Rego for the obverse and Francisco dos Santos for the reverse. The international reference code for this coin in World Coins Portugal is KM#572