½ Real (Transitional Coinage) 1858 (1858-1868) front ½ Real (Transitional Coinage) 1858 (1858-1868) back
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½ Real Transitional Coinage

1858 (1858-1868) years
Silver (.900) 1.25 g 15.40 mm
Description
Issuer
Peru
Period
Republic (1822-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1858 (1858-1868)
Value
½ Real (0.05)
Currency
Transitional Peso (1858-1863)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
1.25 g
Diameter
15.40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#28344
Rarity index
72%

Reverse

Virgin standingAutomatically translated

Script: Latin

Lettering: FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA ÚNION M R

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1858 Peruvian ½ Real coin is that it was part of a transitional coinage period in Peru, during which the country was transitioning from using the Spanish colonial system to a decimal system. This coin was one of the first coins to be issued with the new decimal system, and it features a unique design that reflects Peru's rich cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1858 LIMA MB - - - - - -

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