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1 Dollar Sierra Leone Company; type "1"
1791 year| Silver (.902) | 25.474 g | 36.5 mm |
| Issuer | Sierra Leone |
|---|---|
| Period | Sierra Leone Company (1791-1807) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1791 |
| Value | 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Dollar (1791-1830) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 25.474 g |
| Diameter | 36.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1830 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#43145 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value written around clasped hands, value above and below, date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE DOLLAR PIECE
1
1
1791
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1791 Sierra Leone 1 Dollar coin is that it was minted using a unique blend of silver and other metals, known as "Rapanay" silver, which was a proprietary alloy developed by the Sierra Leone Company. This alloy was used to create a distinctive and durable coinage that was resistant to corrosion and wear, making it an interesting and unique feature of this coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1791 | 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar (Sierra Leone Company; type "1") 1791 coin.
