Reverse In the central part, within a smaller circle (hatched with horizontal lines) the numeral 5, above it on a curved ribbon the inscription in a semicircle in Spanish: «CENTÉSIMOS» - 5 centesimos, surrounded by a wreath tied in the center with a ribbon. The edge of the coin features decorative elements in the form of dots.
Obverse In the central part, a depiction of the Sun with a face and rays of varying lengths. Around the edge, the country's name Oriental Republic of Uruguay in Spanish: «REPÚBLICA ORIENTAL DEL URUGUAY.» and the mint year 1855. The edge of the coin features decorative elements in the form of dots.