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10 Pesos Pattern Strike; Reeded Edge
1871 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1871 |
| Value | 10 Pesos |
| Currency | Second Peso (decimalized, 1879-1931) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#150083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tree divides value, with crossed branches at bottom and stars at top. With legend around. Commemorative date and fineness at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DIOS UNION LIBERTAD.
10 Ps.
15 DE SET. 1821 0.900
Translation:
God, union and Liberty
10 Pesos
15th Sep 1821 0.900
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Unissued gold coin. Only the 5, 10, 25 and 50 Centavos of this design were struck for circulation.Interesting fact
The Pattern 10 Pesos coin from Honduras, made of copper in 1871, features a unique reeded edge, which was a distinctive feature of the currency during that time period.
