Throughout history, many nations adopted the gold standard, leading to the creation of various gold coins for everyday use. Among these, the Colombian Gold Peso stands out as a significant coin from South America. The 5 Peso denomination was particularly popular. Right now, you can purchase 5 Peso Colombian Gold Coins online from BGASC.

Highlights:

• Ships with a protective plastic flip!
• First issued in 1880!
• Contains .2355 Troy oz of actual gold content.
• Face value of 5 Pesos, backed by the Republic of Colombia.
• Obverse side showcases either a bust of Simon Bolivar or a man quarrying rock.
• The reverse includes the Colombian coat of arms.
• Multiple coins purchased may come with matching dates, designs, and conditions.

Each of these 5 Peso Colombian Gold Coins comes to you in a protective plastic flip. The coins offered are from random years and vary in condition. BGASC will select your coins once your order is processed. As these are circulated coins, they may show varying degrees of wear and tear, ranging from Brilliant Uncirculated to those with more noticeable signs of use.

Obverse

The obverse of the 5 Peso Colombian Gold Coin features one of two designs. One design shows a man chiseling rock, while another design, mostly seen between 1918 and 1928, features a bust of Simon Bolivar, the key figure in Colombias fight for independence and the nations founder. The Bolivar design was introduced in 1918 to mark the 100th anniversary of his victory in the war for independence. Both designs include the inscription Republica Colombia at the top, with the coins date below.

Reverse

On the reverse side of the 5 Peso Colombian Gold Coin, youll find the Colombian coat of arms, with the coins denomination displayed above.

History

First introduced in 1880, the 5 Peso Colombian Gold Coin was created when Colombia adopted the gold standard. These coins were designed to match the British Gold Sovereign in terms of gold content and weight, each containing .2355 Troy oz of 22-karat gold, which equals 91.67% gold purity. Between 1907 and 1931, these coins were tied to the British Pound at a rate of 1 Pound sterling to 5 Pesos. After Britain left the gold standard, the coins were pegged to the US dollar, which remained gold-backed until 1933.

Ordering

If you have any questions about these gold coins, BGASC customer service is ready to assist you. Contact us at 888-992-4272, chat with us live online, or email us directly.