1 Gramo
1889 year| Gold (.864) (Au 864 Ag 132) | 1 g | 12.1 mm |
| Issuer | Tierra del Fuego (Argentine provinces) |
|---|---|
| Period | Subprefecture (1884-1943) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 |
| Currency | Gramo (1889) |
| Composition | Gold (.864) (Au 864 Ag 132) |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 12.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-02 |
| Numista | N#91230 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lettering: 1G
Edge
Plain
Comment
Minting of "El Paramo"Known examples :
Banco Provincia Museum - Buenos Aires
Rubén Gancedo - Buenos Aires
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Gramo 1889 coin from Tierra del Fuego (Argentine provinces) is that it was made of a unique alloy of gold (Au 864 Ag 132) that was specifically used for coins minted in the Tierra del Fuego province during that time period. This alloy, known as "Tierra del Fuego gold," is a blend of 86.4% gold and 13.2% silver, which gives the coin a distinctive color and durability. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique composition makes it stand out among other coins from the same era.