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1 Peso Coquimbo
1828 year| Silver (.902) | 27 g | 39.5 mm |
| Issuer | Chile |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1818-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1828 |
| Value | 1 Peso (8) |
| Currency | Republic Real (1817-1852) |
| Composition | Silver (.902) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 39.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#24555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Pillar
Script: Latin
Lettering:
UNION Y FUERZA T. H.
LIBERTAD
1828
Interesting fact
The 1 Peso (Coquimbo) 1828 coin from Chile is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic change in the country. Chile had just gained independence from Spain in 1818, and the government was working to establish a new currency system. The coin was minted in the city of Coquimbo, which was an important port city and commercial center at the time. The use of silver in the coin's composition was also significant, as it reflected the country's rich mineral resources and its efforts to establish a strong economy.
