1 Peso


Silver (.900) (Copper .100)	25 g	37 mm

Description

Issuer	Guatemala
Period	Republic (1841-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1879-1889
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

References

Numista	N#75197
Rarity index	94%

Reverse

Seated Justice; in her left hand the balance, on her right a horn of abundance. Her arm supported by constitution. With legend around and value at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30
DE
JUNIO
DE
1871
UN PESO

Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30-Jun-1871
One Peso

Comment

These coins saw frequent circulation in El Salvador until they were withdrawn in September 3, 1892.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Peso 1879-1889 coin from Guatemala is that it features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a Mayan king, while the reverse side features the Guatemalan coat of arms, which includes a quetzal bird, a symbol of freedom and prosperity in Mayan mythology. This design was chosen to honor the country's indigenous roots and to showcase its rich cultural history.