1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1893 front 1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1893 back
1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1893 photo
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1 Peso Pattern strike

1893 year
Silver - -
Description
Issuer
Guatemala
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1893
Value
1 Peso
Currency
Peso (1859-1912)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#26450
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. With engraver's name under it.

Script: Latin

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

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

Engraver: Jean Lagrange

Comment

Previously KM# Pn9 in 7th edition of SCWC.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1893 from Guatemala made of Silver is a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its rarity and historical significance. It is considered a key date in the series of Guatemalan peso coins and its unique design features a beautiful combination of Liberty and Independence themes, making it a standout piece in the world of coin collecting.