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1 Peso - Isabella II Pattern
1857 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1857 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Peso (1857-1967) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#124542 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Crowned arms of Castile and Leon within Order of the Golden Fleece collar.
Script: Latin
Lettering: M PJ
Comment
By decree of September 8, 1857, a provisional mint was established in Manila mainly to recall the circulating Onzas issued by the former Spanish American colonies that had become independent, and to reissue them in coins of 80, 40, and 20 Reales. The last denomination was equivalent to the former ½ Escudo or (or gold Peso). The present coin is clearly a pattern struck for said 1 Peso denomination but its place of manufacture has yet to be determined: the reverse clearly imitates that of the 1772-1781 series of the Madrid ½ Escudos (which is correct for the denomination intended), including the crowned "M" mintmark and the assayer initials "PJ". However, since the punches do not match, the Madrid origin for this pattern must be discarded. The Isabella II punch in neatly engraved yet does not match the ones used at the main Spanish mints of the time. Perhaps the "MANILA" legend engraved to its bottom is an indication of its place of manufacture.Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Peso - Isabella II (Pattern) 1857 from Philippines made of Silver is a rare and unique coin, with only 100 pieces minted. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a sample or prototype for a potential new coin design. This coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
