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1 Real State of Honduras - Provisional
| Billon (.172 silver) | - | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1845-1849 |
| Value | 1 Real |
| Currency | First Real (1800-1861) |
| Composition | Billon (.172 silver) |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | 24 May 1862 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#28501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Tree flanked with value, with legend around and date and initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBRE CREZCA FECUNDO
1 • R •
T • 1849 • G
Translation:
Free grows fertile
1 Real
1849 TG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Real (State of Honduras - Provisional) 1845-1849 from Honduras made of Billon (.172 silver) is that it was issued during a time of political instability in Honduras. The coin was minted during the provisional government of Francisco de Aguilar, who took power after the country's president, Coronado Chávez, was overthrown in 1845. Despite the political upheaval, the coin remained in circulation until 1849, when a new government was established and new coins were minted. This coin is a unique piece of Honduran history and a reminder of the country's turbulent past.
