½ Real (Pattern; Silver) 1833 front ½ Real (Pattern; Silver) 1833 back
½ Real (Pattern; Silver) 1833 photo
© PCGS

½ Real Pattern; Silver

1833 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Mexico
Period
Federal Republic (1823-1905)
Type
Pattern
Year
1833
Value
½ Real
Currency
Real (1535-1897)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
1833
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#373185
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cap and rays design with value, mintmark and year below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTAD
1/2 R.Do.1833.R.L.10 Ds.20 Gs.

Interesting fact

The Pattern ½ Real (Pattern; Silver) 1833 from Mexico made of Silver is a rare and unique coin that was minted in 1833 as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a trial or sample coin. It is interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of political turmoil in Mexico, as the country was experiencing political instability and economic struggles. Despite these challenges, the Mexican government continued to mint coins, including this rare and valuable pattern coin.