Philippines 2018 25-Sentimo New Generation Currency Coin
Coin/Bullion · Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the central bank and monetary authority of the Philippines.
Pattern: New Generation Currency (NGC) Series, introduced in 2018 for small denominations.
Type
Coin/Bullion
Maker
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), the central bank and monetary authority of the Philippines.
Material
Nickel-plated Steel. Note: This item contains no actual silver content, though its metallic luster is intended to resemble silver for durability.
Dimensions
Diameter: 20 mm; Weight: 3.6 grams; Thickness: 1.65 mm.
Description
A contemporary piece of Philippine legal tender, this 25-sentimo coin is part of the 2018 NGC series overhaul. It features a bright, silver-colored appearance due to its nickel plating, designed to replace older, brass-colored coins for better material consistency across denominations.
Key Features
Denomination '25 SENTIMO', year '2018', sun and three stars motif, and nickel-plated steel composition.
Material & Composition
Nickel-plated Steel. Note: This item contains no actual silver content, though its metallic luster is intended to resemble silver for durability.
Finish & Decoration
Polished metallic finish with micro-printed details. The obverse features the 'Simbang Gabi' or indigenous plant Katrina (Katmon) in other denominations, while this 25-sentimo features the three stars and a sun from the Philippine flag and the denomination '25 SENTIMO'.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped with 'REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS', '2018' (year), and the BSP mint mark (a stylized eagle and stars).
Construction Details
Industrial die-struck coin produced using a high-pressure minting press on a nickel-plated steel blank.
Functional Features
Planchet with a plain edge; designed for high-velocity circulation and resistance to corrosion.
Handle & Grip Details
Not applicable (coinage). Edge is smooth/plain without reeding.
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-manufactured with high-precision steel dies; evidence of high-volume industrial production rather than hand-wrought artistry.
Authentication Indicators
Alignment of the '25' font, clarity of the micro-engraved 'REPUBLIKA NG PILIPINAS', and magnetic properties (steel core is magnetic).
Origin & Manufacturing
Philippines; minted at the BSP Security Plant Complex in Quezon City or by international minting partners under BSP contract.
Era & Period
Modern Philippine Republic (2018-present), specifically the New Generation Currency era.
Age Estimate
Dated 2018; approximately 6 years old.
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern fiscal policy of the Philippines and the transition to more durable, lower-cost base metals for fractional currency.
Condition Notes
Very Good to fine; shows significant surface scratching and 'bag marks' from circulation. Light tarnish/oxidation visible on the nickel surface.
Value Estimate
Face value: 0.25 Philippine Pesos (approx. $0.0044 USD). Numismatic value is negligible in circulated condition.
Care & Maintenance
No cleaning is recommended as it has no precious metal value; for collectors, store in a non-PVC flip or coin tube to prevent environmental pitting.
Similar Pieces
1-Sentimo (smaller), 5-Sentimo (reeded edge/smaller), and the older 1995-2017 series 25-sentimo (yellow brass).
Interesting Facts
The NGC coin series was initially criticized by the public because the silver color and size of the 1, 5, and 10 Peso coins were too similar to the 25-sentimo, making them difficult to distinguish visually.