½ Real - Agustín I 1822-1823 front ½ Real - Agustín I 1822-1823 back
½ Real - Agustín I 1822-1823 photo
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½ Real - Agustín I

 
Silver (.903) 1.69 g 16.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Emperor
Agustín de Iturbide (1822-1823)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1822-1823
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
1.69 g
Diameter
16.5 mm
Thickness
0.65 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#15021
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

National arms (1st empire). Crowned eagle on cactus facing right. With legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MEX•I•IMPERATOR CONSTITUT
•J•M•

Translation: Mexico's 1st Constituted Emperor.

Edge

Milled.

Interesting fact

The ½ Real coin from Mexico, issued during the reign of Agustín I (1822-1823), has an interesting feature. Despite being made of silver (.903), it was designed with a unique "tree-like" shape, which sets it apart from other coins of its time. This distinctive design was likely used to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more easily recognizable.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1823 Mo JM - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Real - Agustín I 1822-1823 coin.