1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1881 front 1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1881 back
1 Peso (Pattern strike) 1881 photo
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1 Peso Pattern strike

1881 year
Brass 1.9 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Guatemala
Period
Republic (1841-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1881
Value
1 Peso
Currency
Peso (1859-1912)
Composition
Brass
Weight
1.9 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#75268
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value and date within wreath, with fineness and initial at bottom.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1
PESO
1881
21Q.R.

Translation:
1 Peso
1881
21 Karats R.

Comment

Catalogs have this pattern marked as Gold, but it is an error because this pattern's Reverse was used in the KM#179 Gold Peso.

Interesting fact

This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples existing in the numismatic community. Its rarity is due to the fact that it was never officially released into circulation, and most of the coins were melted down or destroyed over time. As a result, finding one in good condition can be a challenging and rewarding experience for collectors.