Get ready for an interesting look at the past and changing value of the five peseta coins that were made from 1939 to 1975. These coins, which are usually called “un duro” (which means “hard”), are popular with both collectors and coin fans. Let’s look into how their worth has changed over time.
There was only one king or queen of Spain for almost forty years, and his image was on coins that were used all over the land. Five peseta coins were one of these that many Spaniards always had in their bags.
Peseta coins value and reputation
There are some years and styles of these coins that are known for being especially valuable. The five pesetas that were made in 1949 are especially valuable. It’s important to remember, though, that not all of these coins have become more valuable.
- Coins from 1949 with the stars ‘19-49’ were produced in large numbers, making them quite common. As a result, they typically fetch prices that don’t exceed 20 euros ($21.92).
- The coins that were less circulated, featuring stars ‘19-51’ and ‘19-52’, are much rarer and thus hold more value.
Exploring the subtle differences in these coins can reveal hidden treasures for collectors, with scarcity playing a pivotal role in determining their true worth.
Which is the Most Valuable 5 Pesetas Coin of Franco?
The 5 peseta coins, which are also called “duros,” from 1949 and 1950 are the least expensive. Depending on how good they are, they are usually worth between 5 and 20 euros. People in Spain often have these around the house. There are, however, three other coins that are very uncommon and are worth more than 30,000 euros each.
A Record-Breaking Auction
In 2011, a 5 peseta coin from the years 1939–1975 sold for 36,000 euros, which was the most money that it had ever been worth. This amazing thing happened at a sale put on by the company Cayón Subastas. The coin was from 1949 (stars 19–52) and was in SC (Sin Circular, or Uncirculated) form.
The Historical Significance
The historical importance of this specific duro is closely linked to how rare and valuable it is. Experts from Coleccionistas de Monedas say that the choice to make these coins out of nickel instead of silver was a big deal. The first coins had the year 1949 and three stars on them. The next year, coins with the year 1950 were made.