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1 Peso
1891 year| Silver (.620) | 25 g | - |
| Issuer | Tarapacá Region (Chilean States) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1891 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Old peso (1835-1959) |
| Composition | Silver (.620) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#35406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
25 GR s
620 FINO
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso 1891 coin from the Tarapacá Region (Chilean States) is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic change in Chile. The coin was issued during the presidency of José Manuel Balmaceda, who was facing opposition from the Chilean Congress and the military. This led to the 1891 Civil War, which resulted in the overthrow of Balmaceda's government and the establishment of a new constitution. Despite this political turmoil, the coin remained in circulation and is now a sought-after collector's item.