© Subastas Ibercoin
© Subastas Ibercoin
1 Peseta (Puigreig) ND
| Cardboard | - | - |
| Issuer | Municipality of Puig-reig (Province of Barcelona) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Republic (1936-1939) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | 1 Peseta (1 ESP) |
| Currency | Peseta (1936-1939) |
| Composition | Cardboard |
| Size | 40 × 33 mm |
| Shape | Oval |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#335074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blank reverse on oval white cardboard
Edge
Plain
Comment
Local Spanish Civil War coins: Created by municipalities, cooperatives, unions and other organizations due to the scarcity of fiduciary currency in small purchases and exchanges during the Spanish Civil War.Municipality: Puig-reig (Puigreig on banknote) - Province: Barcelona - Autonomous community: Catalonia
Interesting fact
The 1 Peseta (Puigreig) ND coin from the Municipality of Puig-reig (Province of Barcelona) made of Cardboard is a unique and rare coin that was created as a substitute for traditional metal coins during a time of economic hardship in Spain. The use of cardboard as a material for coins was a temporary measure implemented by the Spanish government in the 1930s to address a shortage of metals caused by the Civil War. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that showcases the resourcefulness and resilience of the people of Spain during a time of crisis.