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½ Real
| Silver (.666) | 1.85 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Ecuador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1830-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1838-1840 |
| Value | ½ Real |
| Currency | Real (1822-1871) |
| Composition | Silver (.666) |
| Weight | 1.85 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#40588 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Sun rising over two mountains, on which a condor and a vulture are perched, (edio) on the left, (EAL) on the right Circular caption: "Power in the Constitution", the year and the essayist's initials.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
EL PODER EN LA CONSTITUCION
M R
1838.S.T
Translation:
The power into constitution
M R
1838 S. T.
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Ecuador, minted between 1838 and 1840, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.666), it was designed with a unique blend of Spanish and indigenous influences, reflecting the cultural diversity of Ecuador during that time period.
