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1 Centavo
| Copper-nickel | 4.61 g | 19.27 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1863-1864 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01 PEH) |
| Currency | Sol (1863-1985) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.61 g |
| Diameter | 19.27 mm |
| Thickness | 2.06 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#2503 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 19% |
Reverse
Value within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering: UN CENTAVO
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo coin from Peru, made of Copper-nickel and weighing 4.61g, is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political change in Peru. The coin was introduced in 1863, just a few years after Peru had experienced a civil war and was in the process of modernizing its economy. The coin's design, featuring a depiction of a liberated slave on one side and the Peruvian coat of arms on the other, reflects the country's desire to break away from its colonial past and establish itself as a sovereign nation. Despite its humble denomination, the 1 Centavo coin played an important role in the everyday lives of Peruvians during this time, and its design has become a symbol of Peruvian independence and national identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1863 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Centavo 1863-1864 coin.
