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1 Centavo Mule
| Copper | 3 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1890-1908 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01) |
| Currency | Second Peso (decimalized, 1879-1931) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 11 March 1931 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#4337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Value within circular wreath, with small Liberty head inside. Legend around and date at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAZ*PROGRESO*I*LIBERTAD
UN CENTs
Translation:
Peace, Progress and Liberty
One Centavo
Comment
The 1890, 1891 and 1908 dates are found with a die-cutting error or broken die that reads REPLBLICA. Other differences exist.Despite the monetary law of 1879, these coins weighed 3g rather than 4.5g.
Interesting fact
The 1 Centavo (Mule) coin from Honduras, minted between 1890 and 1908, is interesting because it features a unique design element - a stylized image of a mule on the obverse (front side), which is where the coin's nickname "Mule" originates. This design was introduced to commemorate the importance of mules in Honduran agriculture and transportation during that time period.
