1 Escudo (Republic of Colombia) 1823-1836 front 1 Escudo (Republic of Colombia) 1823-1836 back
1 Escudo (Republic of Colombia) 1823-1836 photo
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1 Escudo Republic of Colombia

 
Gold (.875) 3.38 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Gran Colombia (1819-1831)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1823-1836
Value
1 Escudo (2)
Currency
Peso pre-decimal (1810-1847)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Weight
3.38 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#48294
Rarity index
82%

Reverse

Fasces with crossed bow and arrow flanked by cornucopias.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
POPAYAN
1 • E * F • M

Comment

KM by mint:

KM#81.1 - Bogota Mint
KM#81.2 - Popayan Mint

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Escudo coin from Colombia is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the country's history. The coin was introduced in 1823, just a year after Colombia declared its independence from Spain, and was minted until 1836, when the country was facing political instability and economic challenges. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a popular form of currency and a symbol of Colombian independence.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1825 FM - - - - - -
1833 RU - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Escudo (Republic of Colombia) 1823-1836 coin.