1 Peso


Gold (.875)	1.76 g	15 mm

Description

Issuer	Colombia
Period	Republic of New Granada (1831-1858)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1837-1846
Value	1 Peso
Currency	Peso pre-decimal (1810-1847)
Composition	Gold (.875)
Weight	1.76 g
Diameter	15 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#125136
Rarity index	90%

Reverse

Denomination in words, national coat of arms (type 1834-1861: Condor with banner above shield)

Script: Latin

Lettering:
UN PESO. BOGOTA. R. S.
LIBERTAD ORDEN

Translation:
One peso. Bogotá mint. Engraver's initials R.S.
Liberty Order

Comment

The coat of arms of Nueva Granada (type 1834-1861) is a shield divided into three horizontal stripes. The upper contains a gold pomegranate on blue field, with gold cornucopias on each of its sides. In the middle, on a platinum colored field, a red cap on a spear as a symbol of liberty. In the lower field there is an image of the Isthmus of Panama with blue land, silver waters and 2 black sailing ships. The shield is held in the upper part by a green laurel wreath hanging from the beak of a condor, with its wings spread, and in a waving ribbon with national motto: "Liberty and Order".

Interesting fact

The 1 Peso 1837-1846 coin from Colombia made of Gold (.875) weighing 1.76 g is interesting because it was issued during a time of economic and political turmoil in Colombia, and its production was a significant achievement for the country's minting capabilities. Despite the challenges, the coin's quality and craftsmanship are evident in its durability and the level of detail in its design, making it a valuable collector's item today.