1 Peso
| Silver (.900) (Copper .100) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1882-1889 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Peso (1859-1912) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17252 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Liberty bust left. With legend at top, value, fineness and initials at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
*LIBERTAD*
UN PESO • 0.900 • A.E.
Translation:
Liberty
One Peso 0.900 AE
Engraver: Johann-Baptist Frener
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1882-1889 Guatemalan 1 Peso coin is that it was minted during a time of political instability in the country. The coin was introduced during the administration of President Justo Rufino Barrios, who implemented a number of modernizing reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system. Despite the political turmoil of the time, the coin remained in circulation for several years and is still sought after by collectors today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1882 | 131706 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 | 6794 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso 1882-1889 coin.
