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½ Real Pattern strike
1893 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1893 |
| Value | ½ Real (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Peso (1859-1912) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 26 November 1924 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26446 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
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, with engraver's name under it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30
DE
JUNIO
DE
1871
½ REAL
LAGRANGE
Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30th June 1871
Half Real
Lagrange
Engraver: Jean Lagrange
Interesting fact
The Pattern ½ Real (Pattern strike) 1893 from Guatemala made of Silver is interesting because it was minted during a time of political instability in the country. In 1893, Guatemala was in the midst of a civil war, and the government was struggling to maintain control. Despite these challenges, the country's mint still managed to produce a limited number of coins, including this pattern strike ½ real. The coin's design features the Guatemalan coat of arms and the denomination "1/2 Real" on one side, and a wreath surrounding the date "1893" on the other. The fact that this coin was minted during such a tumultuous time in Guatemalan history makes it a unique and interesting piece for collectors.
