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1 Décimo
| Silver (.900) | 2.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1851-1860 |
| Value | 1 Décimo (0.1) |
| Currency | Old peso (1835-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#42708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 54% |
Reverse
Denomination within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE CHILE • So •
UN
DECIMO
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Décimo coin from Chile was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the country. The coin was introduced in 1851, just a few years after Chile had gained independence from Spain, and it was used as a standard circulation coin until 1860. During this time, Chile was undergoing rapid modernization and economic growth, driven by the exploitation of its natural resources, such as copper and silver. The coin's silver content, which was 90% pure, made it a valuable and sought-after currency, both within Chile and internationally. Despite its relatively small size and weight, the 1 Décimo coin played an important role in the Chilean economy during this period, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1852 So | 211000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 So | 585000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 So | 580000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 So | 1481000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 So | 540000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 So | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Décimo 1851-1860 coin.
