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½ Real
| Silver (.902) | 1.5 g | 15.76 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1844-1851 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Republic Real (1817-1852) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 15.76 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35334 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 77% |
Reverse
Condor
Script: Latin
Lettering:
· POR LA RAZON Y LA FUERZA ·
10 Ds. 20 Gs.
Translation: Republic of Chile
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Chile, minted between 1844 and 1851, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.902), it was designed with a unique "star-in-crescent" shape, which sets it apart from other coins of its time.
