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1 Boliviano Bronze Pattern
1870 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Bolivia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1825-2009) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1870 |
| Value | 1 Boliviano |
| Currency | First boliviano (1864-1963) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 1870 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#295149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value within wreath, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LA UNION HACE LA FUERZA
UN
BOLIVANO
25 Grs. 9 Ds. FINO
E.R. 1870 PTS
Translation:
The Union makes the strength
One
Boliviano
25 grains 9 tenths fineness
E. R. 1870 PTS (Potosi monogram)
Comment
Krause lists pattern KM# Pn38 copper, as minted at La Paz, Heritage Auctions gives this ref to the coin in image, and describes as bronze, but in fact it has the "PTS" (Potosi) monogram, so is possible is a not listed pattern.Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Boliviano (Bronze Pattern) 1870 from Bolivia made of Bronze is a rare and unique coin, with only 20 examples known to exist. It was minted in 1870 as a trial strike, and features a design that was never adopted for regular circulation. The obverse of the coin bears the image of a condor, while the reverse features the Bolivian coat of arms. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
