½ Escudo 1868 front ½ Escudo 1868 back
½ Escudo 1868 photo
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½ Escudo

1868 year
Gold (.900) 1.25 g -
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1868
Value
½ Escudo (0.875)
Currency
First boliviano (1864-1963)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
1.25 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#61745
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Denomination, weight and fineness within wreath, motto around wreath, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LA UNION ES LA FUERZA
1/2
ESCUDO
25. Gs.
9Ds. FINO
• PTS •1868 • F • E •

Translation:
The unity is the strength
1/2 escudo
25 grains
9 10ths. fineness
PTS (mint monogram) 1868 F. E.

Interesting fact

The ½ Escudo 1868 coin from Bolivia made of Gold (.900) weighing 1.25 g is a rare and valuable coin, with only a limited number minted. It is considered a collector's item and its value can be significantly higher than its face value.