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1 Venezolano
1876 year| Silver (.900) | 25 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | United States (1864-1953) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1876 |
| Value | 1 Venezolano |
| Currency | Venezolano (1871-1879) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#48672 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Bust left flanked with legend. With privy marks, engraver's name, and mint mark at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOLÍVAR LIBERTADOR
⚓ * BARRE A
Translation: Bolivar Liberator
Engraver: Désiré-Albert Barre
Edge
Reeged
Comment
this currency was minted according to the standards of the Latin Union at a rate of 5 Francs per Bolivar
Interesting fact
The 1 Venezolano 1876 coin from Venezuela was designed by the famous French engraver, Jean-Baptiste Mercier. Mercier was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the French franc, and his designs were often inspired by classical themes and motifs. The 1 Venezolano coin features an image of the Venezuelan coat of arms on one side and a portrait of Simon Bolivar, the country's national hero, on the other. The coin's design is considered a classic example of 19th-century numismatic art and is highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1876 A | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Venezolano 1876 coin.
