Panama Coins
Panama's official currency is the balboa, which is on par with the U.S. dollar. However, in practice, Panama has used the U.S. dollar as its legal tender since 1904. This unique situation has shaped the country's numismatic history and influenced its economic development.
Current currency in circulation
Although the balboa is the official currency, only fractional balboa coins are minted in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25 and 50 centésimos. These coins circulate along with U.S. dollar bills and coins. An interesting feature is that Panama does not issue its own banknotes, relying entirely on dollar bills for the higher denominations.
Monetary history and relevant facts
Prior to the adoption of the balboa, Panama used the Colombian peso due to its union with Colombia. In 1904, after independence, the balboa was established as the official currency. An important milestone in Panamanian numismatics was the issuance of the "Seven Days" silver coins in 1941, which circulated briefly before being withdrawn. In addition, Panama has issued several commemorative coins over the years, including a series dedicated to the Panama Canal, which are highly prized by collectors.
| Country | Panama |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Balboa (PAB) |
| 1€ | 1,04B/. |
| Continent | America Centro |
| Capital city | Panama City |
| ISO2 | PA |
| ISO3 | PAN |
| Catalogued coins | 248 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Panama coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin Catalog
1 balboa
1/2 balboa
1 balboa (General Omar Torrijos H.)
1 balboa (Centennial of the Panamanian Red Cross)
1/4 de balboa
1 centésimo
1 balboa (Mireya Moscoso-Canal de Panamá)
1/10 de balboa
5 centésimos (Sara Sotillo)
5 centésimos
1/4 de balboa
1/4 de balboa
1/4 de balboa (King's Bridge)
1 balboa (World Youth Day-Color logo)
1 centésimo
1 balboa
2 1/2 centésimos (FAO-Farmer Settlement)
1/2 balboa (500 Years of Panama City's Foundation)
1/4 de balboa
50 centésimos
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