¼ Real 1821 front ¼ Real 1821 back
¼ Real 1821 photo
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¼ Real

1821 year
Copper - -
Description
Issuer
San Bernardo de Maypo (Chilean States)
Type
Token
Year
1821
Value
¼ Real
Currency
Republic Real (1817-1852)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#135795
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Trout swimming right

Script: Latin

Lettering: CANAL DE S. BERNARDO DE MAYPO

Comment

Struck to pay canal workers. Coin known as "Trucha del Maipo", Maipo´s Trout.

Interesting fact

The Token ¼ Real 1821 from San Bernardo de Maypo (Chilean States) made of Copper is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few known examples remaining in existence. It is considered a prized collector's item among numismatists and historians, and its value can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on its condition and provenance.