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1 Real Pattern strike
1893 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1893 |
| Value | 1 Real (⅛) |
| Currency | Peso (1859-1912) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#26447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Seated Justice; in her left hand the balance, on her right a horn of abundance. Her arm supported by constitution. With legend around, value at bottom and engraver's name under it.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE GUATEMALA
30
DE
JUNIO
DE
1871
DOS REALES
LAGRANGE
Translation:
Republic of Guatemala
30th June 1871
Two Reales
Engraver: Jean Lagrange
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Real (Pattern strike) 1893 from Guatemala made of Silver is a rare and unique coin, with only 500 pieces minted. It was created as a trial strike, and its design features a portrait of Guatemalan president, José María Reina Barrios, on one side and the national coat of arms on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
