1 Sol
| Silver (.900) (Copper .100) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1864-1916 |
| Value | 1 Sol (1 PEH) |
| Currency | Sol (1863-1985) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Seated Liberty figure. Legend around, value below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNION
LIBERTAD
UN SOL
Translation:
Firm and Happy for the Union
Liberty
One Sol
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Many varieties exist! Sorted by KM. abbreviation.
KM#196.1 Type I; Lima Mint. Small wreath above shield has ribbon ties.Shield below liberty's hand is tilted. Santiago issues have LIMA on the coin. Many minor die varieties, left side
KM#196.2 Type I; Lima Mint. DERTEANO on bottom row of coins falling from cornucopia
KM#196.3 Type II; Lima Mint. Many minor die varieties exist.
KM#196.4 Type II; Santiago Mint. Many minor die varieties exist.
KM#196.5 Type III; Letters R B on stems flanking date
KM#196.6 Type III; Lima Mint. Letters R B on ribbon of wreath. 3 berries in bunch
KM#196.7 Type III; Lima Mint. 3 berries in bunch
KM#196.8 Type III; Lima Mint. Without extra letters. 2 berries in bunch; Many minor die varieties exist.
KM#196.9 Type IV; Lima Mint
KM#196.10 Type IV; Lima Mint. Letters R. L. on base of column. Many minor die varieties exist.
KM#196.11 Type V; Lima Mint. B. F. on rev, left side
KM#196.12 Type V; Lima Mint. R.B. on rev, left side
KM#196.13 Type V; Lima Mint. F. D. on rev, left side
KM#196.14 Type V; Lima Mint. FD on rev at base of column; Many minor die varieties exist
KM#196.15 Type VI; Lima Mint. F. D. on left side
KM#196.16 Type VI; Lima Mint. FD at base of column
KM#196.17 Type VI; Lima Mint. FD RB at base of column. Many minor die varieties exist
KM#196.18 Type VII; Lima Mint. B. F. on left side
KM#196.19 Type VII; Lima Mint. F. D. on left side. Libertad in relief. Many minor die varieties exist
KM#196.20 Type VIII; Lima Mint. F. D. on left side
KM#196.21 Type IX; Lima Mint. Without extra initials
KM#196.22 Type X; Lima Mint. Libertad incuse. Many minor die varieties exist
KM#196.23 Type X; Lima Mint. R on base of column
KM#196.24 Type XI; Lima Mint. Shield below Liberty's hand is tilted. UN SOL is in a
straight line, Libertad in relief. Date varieties exist
KM#196.25 Type XI; Legend: Inverted V for A in LA. Many minor die varieties exist, especially for the 1888 issues.
KM#196.26 Type XII; Libertad incuse. Legends have smaller lettering. Varieties exist.
KM#196.27 Type ?; National arms above date. LIBERTAD incuse
KM#196.28 Type III; National arms above date. LIBERTAD in relief
KM#196.29 Type ?; Lima Mint. Without extra letters on stem, 3 berries.
These coins saw frequent circulation in El Salvador until they were withdrawn on September 3, 1892.
In 1916, 1,101,278 blank planchets were manufactures by the United States Mint in Philadelphia.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Sol 1864-1916 coin from Peru is that it was designed by the Peruvian artist and engraver, José Sabogal. He was known for his work in the style of Art Nouveau and his designs were often inspired by Peruvian culture and history. The coin features an image of the Peruvian coat of arms on one side and a portrait of José de la Mar, a Peruvian military leader and politician, on the other. The coin was minted in silver and copper and weighs 25 grams.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1864 Y.B. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1865 Y.B. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1866 Y.B. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 Y.B. | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1869 YB | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1870 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1871 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1872 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1873 LD | 445230 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1875 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1879 YJ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1885 TD | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1886 TF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1887 TF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1888 TF | 3147000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 TF | 2842000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 TF | 2304000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 TF | 2981000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 TF | 2270000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 TF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1894 TF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1895 TF | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1914 FG | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1915 FG | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1916 FG | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Sol 1864-1916 coin.
