Philippine/America coins 1944 0

[Ynnohj]

Is this rare over-size 5 cents?

2.4 5cents is much thicker than 1 peso 2.5.

[DWLange]

The five-centavos piece was reduced in diameter and made thicker in 1930 to distinguish it from the 20-centavos. Their previously similar dimensions offered the potential for confusing the two, and the fives remained thick thereafter.

[Ynnohj]

4 hours ago, DWLange said:

The five-centavos piece was reduced in diameter and made thicker in 1930 to distinguish it from the 20-centavos. Their previously similar dimensions offered the potential for confusing the two, and the fives remained thick thereafter.

Thanks

[RWB]

The thicker ones, much like Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, had more filling and tasted better, too.