1 Real


Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)	4.05 g	21 mm

Description

Issuer	Guatemala
Period	Republic (1841-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1900-1912
Value	1 Real (⅛)
Currency	Peso (1859-1912)
Composition	Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight	4.05 g
Diameter	21 mm
Thickness	1.45 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	31 December 1932
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#4325
Rarity index	16%

Reverse

Justice seated holding the scale on her left hand and a horn of abundance on her right. Supported by the Constitution, with legend around. Value at bottom, and metal under it.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30
DE
JUNIO
DE
1821
1 REAL
NIQUEL

Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30th June 1871
One Real
Nickel

Engraver: Jean Lagrange

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Due to inflation resulting from unchecked government spending and the exodus of silver and gold coinage from the country, the Guatemalan Government introduced cupronickel coinage into circulation.

Due to World War 1, these coins were exported to Europe and melted for their nickel content.

Interesting fact

The 1 Real coin from Guatemala, issued between 1900 and 1912, features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual national emblem or coat of arms, the coin bears an image of a Mayan ruin, specifically the Temple of the Inscriptions at the ancient city of Palenque. This design choice reflects Guatemala's rich cultural heritage and history, and sets the coin apart from others issued during the same period.