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½ Real
| Silver (.835) (Copper .165) | 1.58 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1879-1880 |
| Value | ½ Real (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Peso (1859-1912) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (Copper .165) |
| Weight | 1.58 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 26 November 1924 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26171 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 53% |
Reverse
Justice seated, supported by the Constitution, with legend around. And value at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30 DE JUNIO DE 1871
1/2 Rs
Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30th June 1871
Half Real
Engraver: Johann-Baptist Frener
Edge
Milled
Comment
Varieties of Obverse exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Real 1879-1880 coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was introduced as part of a decimalization effort to replace the old Spanish colonial system of currency, which had been in use since the 16th century. Despite the challenges faced during its production, the coin remained in circulation for several decades and is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1879 D | 1683490 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 D | 2714999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Real 1879-1880 coin.
