The coins currently in circulation in the Dominican Republic are in denominations of:
- 1 Peso
- 5 Pesos
- 10 Pesos
- 25 Pesos
Centavo coins (subunits of the peso) are technically still part of the currency system, but are rarely used in daily transactions due to their very low purchasing power compared to the US dollar.
- Obverse (front): Features important figures from Dominican history. For example, you might find Juan Pablo Duarte (a founding father) on some coins, and others might depict individuals like Francisco del Rosario Sánchez or Matías Ramón Mella.
- Reverse (back): Displays the Dominican national coat of arms or significant landmarks like the National Pantheon.
- Composition: Recent coins have been made of various metals, including copper-nickel, nickel-plated steel, and bimetal compositions.
- Shape: While some coins are round, others, like the 10 peso coin, are eleven-sided (hendecagonal).
It is important to note that the design and composition of Dominican peso coins have changed over time due to economic factors and historical events. For example, the silver content of coins was reduced in 1963, and the designs have been updated to commemorate important anniversaries or feature different national heroes.
What are Dominican coins called?
Thanks for asking. One Dominican peso is composed of 100 centavos and comes in banknotes of 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000; and coins worth 1, 5, 10, and 25 pesos. As of March 2021, 1 DOP is worth approximately US $0.017.
Are there coins in DR?
Dominican Peso Coins
Coins are commonly used for smaller transactions. Denominations include: 1 centavo (1c)