¼ Real 1826-1856 front ¼ Real 1826-1856 back
¼ Real 1826-1856 photo
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¼ Real

 
Silver (.903) 0.84 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1826-1856
Value
¼ Real
Currency
Real (1568-1858)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
0.84 g
Diameter
12 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#27992
Rarity index
49%

Reverse

Name of the mint, value and date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
.LIMA.
1/4
.1856.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ¼ Real 1826-1856 coin from Peru is that it was minted during a time of great change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1826, just a few years after Peru declared its independence from Spain in 1821. The coin's design features the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a vicuña, a symbol of the country's rich natural resources and a nod to its indigenous heritage. The coin's silver content and relatively low weight made it a practical and accessible form of currency for everyday transactions. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a tangible reminder of Peru's rich history and its journey towards independence.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1842 LIMA - - - - - -
1855 LIMA - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Real 1826-1856 coin.