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 ½ Real - Agustín I
| Silver (.903) | 1.69 g | 16.5 mm | 
|   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 | 
|   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.