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⅕ Sol
| Silver (.900) | 5 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1888-1917 |
| Value | ⅕ Sol (0.2 PEH) |
| Currency | Sol (1863-1985) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Incuse |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#5415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Libertad incuse
NOTE: Die varieties exist. Some coins
1911-17 have engraver's initial R left of shield on reverse.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNION
5° DE SOL
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Date varieties exist: