Reverse In the central part, within a wreath of leaves, an inscription in Spanish in two lines: "UN CENTAVOS" - one centavo. Along the edge of the coin is a toothed relief pattern.
Obverse In the central part, the coat of arms of Nicaragua. Below it, the year of minting: 1878. To the left, above, and to the right along the rim, the country name in Spanish: "REPUBLICA DE NICARAGUA" - Republic of Nicaragua. The edge of the coin features relief elements in the form of teeth.