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½ Real
1893 year| Silver (.835) (Copper .165) | 1.58 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1893 |
| Value | ½ Real (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Peso (1859-1912) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) (Copper .165) |
| Weight | 1.58 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 26 November 1924 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#75167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Justice seated holding the scale on her left hand and a horn of abundance on her right. Supported by the Constitution, with legend around. And value at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30
DE
JUNIO
DE
1871
MEDIO REAL
Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30th June 1871
Half Real
Comment
Side by side Obverse of Flat(left) and Round(right) "3":©HeritageAuctions
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1893 Guatemalan ½ Real coin is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, the coin bears an image of a volcano, which is a nod to the country's natural landscape and geological features. This design choice was unusual for coins of that time period and adds a distinctive touch to the coin's design.
