Haiti, 5 Gourdes, 2011, AU

The 2018 Haitian 5 Gourdes coin features the faces of prominent Haitian leaders on the obverse and the Haitian coat of arms on the reverse. Issued by the Third Republic (1986-2019), this coin is made of brass-plated steel and features a unique 7-sided shape, adding both aesthetic value and functionality. The coin commemorates the leadership of key figures in Haitian independence.

Obverse (Front)

The obverse features:

• Four portraits in a circle, each representing important Haitian statesmen:
  • Top: Gen. Toussaint Louverture, a leader of the Haitian Revolution.
  • Left: Henri Christophe, the first king of Haiti.
  • Right: Jean-Jacques Dessalines, the founding father of independent Haiti.
  • Bottom: Alexandre Pétion, one of the founding fathers and the first president of Haiti.
• The inscription "RÉPUBLIQUE D'HAÏTI" (Republic of Haiti) and the year 2018 at the bottom.

Reverse (Back)

The reverse features:

• The Haitian coat of arms, which includes symbols of freedom and independence, such as a palm tree and cannons.
• The inscription "LIBERTÉ - ÉGALITÉ - FRATERNITÉ" (Liberty, Equality, Brotherhood), Haiti's national motto.
• The denomination "5" and "GOURDES" below the coat of arms.

Specifications

• Composition: Brass-Plated Steel
• Weight: 9.1 grams
• Diameter: 28.05 mm
• Thickness: 2 mm
• Shape: Equilateral Curve Heptagon (7-sided)
• Edge: Reeded (with smooth corners)
• Mint: Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom
• KM#156

Historical Context

• The 5 Gourdes coin was issued as part of the Haitian monetary system under the Third Republic, which lasted until 2019.
• This coin commemorates the historical figures who led Haiti’s struggle for independence and solidified its status as a free republic.

Why Collect the 2018 Haiti 5 Gourdes?

The 2018 Haitian 5 Gourdes is a symbolic coin that honors the key figures in Haitian independence. Its brass-plated steel composition, distinctive 7-sided shape, and rich historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection focused on Caribbean numismatics or revolutionary history.