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1 Centavo Obverse Mule
1986 year| Brass | - | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1986 |
| Value | 1 Centavo (0.01 GTQ) |
| Currency | Quetzal (1925-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315731 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Emblem of Guatemala depicts two rifles and two swords crossed with a wreath of laurel. In the middle a scroll of parchment with the words "Liberty 15 of September, 1821" and in the upper part the national bird; the Quetzal.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
LIBERTAD
15 DE
SETIEMBRE
DE 1821
1986
Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
Liberty
15th of
September,
1821
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Centavo (Obverse Mule) 1986 from Guatemala made of Brass is a rare and unique coin, with only 100,000 minted. It features a mix of designs from different years and is considered a transitional piece between the old and new coinage systems, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
