25 Sentimos
Pilipino Series
Obverse: Features Juan Luna facing left with the number “25” on the bottom. Text: "DALAWAMPU’T LIMANG SENTIMOS" and “JUAN LUNA”.
Reverse: Features the coat of arms of the Philippines. Text: "REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS" with the date "1970”.
Description
The coin was a standard circulating coin under the Pilipino Series. It features Juan Luna, who is known for his painting of “Spoliarium” as well as his activist role. The coin is common due to its high mintage. It was later demonetized on January 2, 1998, as per BSP Circular No. 81, Series of 1995.
Details
Years: 1967 - 1974
Composition: Nickel brass (70% Copper, 18% Zinc, 12% Nickel)
Weight: 4g
Diameter: 21mm
Thickness: 1.72mm
Edge: Reeded
Mint: Royal Mint at Tower Hill (UK), Mint of Denver (USA), and Mint of San Francisco (USA)