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⅛ Real
| Nickel brass (60% Copper, 25% Nickel, 15% Zinc) | 1.56 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1869-1870 |
| Value | ⅛ Real (1⁄64) |
| Currency | First Peso (1862-1869) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (60% Copper, 25% Nickel, 15% Zinc) |
| Weight | 1.56 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#19146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Value, date, mintmark within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/8
REAL
1869
A
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Plain
Comment
Although the contract for these coins called for 60% copper, 25% nickel, and 15% zinc, assays in the late 1870's determined an average of 24-36% zinc and traces of lead.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅛ Real 1869-1870 coin from Honduras is that it was made of a unique alloy of Nickel brass, which consists of 60% Copper, 25% Nickel, and 15% Zinc. This composition was specifically chosen to reduce the cost of production, as nickel was a less expensive metal than other options at the time. This coin was also relatively lightweight, weighing only 1.56 grams, making it easy to handle and transport.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1869 A | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1870 A | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅛ Real 1869-1870 coin.
