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1 Peso Pattern
1893 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | El Salvador |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1893 |
| Value | 1 Peso |
| Currency | Peso (1861-1919) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Bust of Christopher Columbus left with name at top, value and legend at bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• CRISTÓBAL COLÓN •
UN PESO
AMÉRICA CENTRAL
Translation:
Christopher Columbus
One Peso
Central America
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Peso (Pattern) 1893 from El Salvador made of Copper is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was designed by the famous engraver, Charles E. Barber, who also designed the United States Barber dime, quarter, and half dollar. The coin features a Liberty head on the obverse and an eagle on the reverse, with the denomination "1 Peso" written in Spanish. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
