1 Peso 1853-1862 front 1 Peso 1853-1862 back
1 Peso 1853-1862 photo
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1 Peso

 
Silver (.900) 26 g 37 mm
Description
Issuer
Chile
Period
Republic (1818-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1853-1862
Value
1 Peso
Currency
Old peso (1835-1959)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
26 g
Diameter
37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#27997
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Plumed arms within wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE CHILE
So
UN PESO

Interesting fact

The 1 Peso coin from 1853-1862 was part of a series of coins that were minted during the period of Chile's conversion from a Spanish colony to an independent nation. The coin features the image of a condor, which is a symbol of Chile and represents freedom and independence. The condor is depicted with its wings spread wide, perched on a mountain peak, and surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The coin's design was created by Chilean artist and engraver, José Miguel Vásquez, and it has become a beloved symbol of Chilean national identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1853 So 394000 - - - - - -
1854 So 567000 - - - - - -
1855 So 683000 - - - - - -
1856 So 406000 - - - - - -
1858 So 51000 - - - - - -
1859 So 330000 - - - - - -
1862 So 103000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso 1853-1862 coin.