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1 Real Constitution
1851 year| Silver (.903) | 3.4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1851 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | Real (1733-1859) |
| Composition | Silver (.903) |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#310173 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Radiating book in center, legend and date surrounding
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONST. JURADA EN 9 DE NOV. DE 851 ★
Translation: Constitution sworn on 9th of November, 1851
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1851 Guatemalan 1 Real (Constitution) silver coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the country's constitution, which was adopted in 1841. The coin's design features an image of the Guatemalan coat of arms on one side and the denomination and date on the other. It was made of silver with a purity of .903 and weighs 3.4 grams. Despite its relatively small size and weight, this coin is a significant historical artifact and a valuable collector's item for numismatists interested in Central American currency.
