First Series of Brazilian Coins
The First Series of Real Coins remains legal tender.
Learn about their technical features.
| Face Value (R$) | Diameter (mm) | Weight (g) | Thickness (mm) | Edge | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.01 | 20.00 | 2.96 | 1.20 | Plain | Stainless steel |
| 0.05 | 21.00 | 3.27 | 1.20 | Plain | Stainless steel |
| 0.10 | 22.00 | 3.59 | 1.20 | Plain | Stainless steel |
| 0.25 | 23.50 | 4.78 | 1.40 | Plain | Stainless steel |
| 0.50 | 23.00 | 3.92 | 1.20 | Plain | Stainless steel |
> 1 cent – R$0.01
Obverse:
To the right, the effigy of the Republic surrounded by the stylish representation of laurel leaves. On the lower side, the inscription "BRASIL".
Reverse:
Inscription indicating value, surrounded by laurel leaves. On the lower side, "CENTAVO" and the year of minting.
> 5 cents – R$0.05
Obverse:
To the right, the effigy of the Republic surrounded by the stylish representation of laurel leaves. On the lower side, the inscription "BRASIL".
Reverse:
Inscription indicating value, surrounded by laurel leaves. On the lower side, "CENTAVOS" and the year of minting.
> 10 cents – R$0.10
Obverse:
To the right, the effigy of the Republic surrounded by the stylish representation of laurel leaves. On the lower side, the inscription "BRASIL".
Reverse:
Inscription indicating value, surrounded by laurel leaves. On the lower side, "CENTAVOS" and the year of minting.
> 25 cents – R$0.25
Obverse:
On the center, the effigy of the Republic. On the left, the inscription "BRASIL" and, on lower side, the year of minting.
Reverse:
Sinuous lines in the background make the facial value and "CENTAVOS" prominent.
> 50 cents – R$0.50
Obverse:
To the right, the effigy of the Republic surrounded by the stylish representation of laurel leaves. On the lower side, the inscription "BRASIL".
Reverse:
Inscription indicating value, surrounded by laurel leaves. On the lower side, "CENTAVOS" and the year of minting.