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1 Peso
| Silver (.835) | 20 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1895-1897 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Old peso (1835-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.835) |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#28033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 36% |
Reverse
Date below denomination in wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
So
UN
PESO
1895
Translation:
So
One
Peso
1895
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso coin from Chile, minted between 1895 and 1897, has an interesting feature. It was made of silver (.835) and weighed 20 grams, which was a significant change from the previous coinage that was made of copper. This change in material was likely due to the country's shift towards a silver standard currency system, which was more valuable and stable than the copper standard. This coin's unique blend of metals and weight makes it stand out among other coins of its time, and it remains an interesting piece for collectors and historians today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1895 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1895 So | 6086000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 So | 1556000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 So | 37000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Peso 1895-1897 coin.
