½ Décimo 1867-1881 front ½ Décimo 1867-1881 back
½ Décimo 1867-1881 photo
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½ Décimo

 
Silver (.835) 1.25 g 15.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1867-1881
Value
½ Décimo (0.05)
Currency
Old peso (1835-1959)
Composition
Silver (.835)
Weight
1.25 g
Diameter
15.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35385
Rarity index
40%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE CHILE So
MEDIO
DECIMO

Interesting fact

The ½ Décimo coin from Chile was minted during a time of economic and political stability in the country, which was known as the "Golden Age" of Chile. This period saw significant economic growth, industrialization, and urbanization, which led to an increased demand for currency. As a result, the ½ Décimo coin was introduced as a new denomination to meet the needs of everyday transactions. It was widely used and remained in circulation until it was eventually replaced by smaller denominations in the early 20th century.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1867 So 28000 - - - - - -
1868 So 181000 - - - - - -
1869 So 293000 - - - - - -
1870 So 540000 - - - - - -
1871 So 171000 - - - - - -
1872 So 286000 - - - - - -
1873 So 170000 - - - - - -
1874 So 588000 - - - - - -
1875 So 97000 - - - - - -
1876 So 82000 - - - - - -
1877 So 327000 - - - - - -
1878 So 306000 - - - - - -
1880 So 194000 - - - - - -
1881 So 264000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Décimo 1867-1881 coin.