15 Sols - Henri Christophe (Essai) 1808 front 15 Sols - Henri Christophe (Essai) 1808 back
15 Sols - Henri Christophe (Essai) 1808 photo
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15 Sols - Henri Christophe Essai

1808 year
Silver 4.85 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Haiti › Haiti (1804-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1808
Value
15 Sols = ¾ Livre
Currency
Livre (1625-1813)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.85 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#86853
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Monogram

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBERTAS RELIGIO MORES
HC
1808

Translation: Liberty Religion Morality

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 15 Sols - Henri Christophe (Essai) 1808 from Haiti is a rare and unique coin that was minted during the reign of Henri Christophe, who was the king of Haiti from 1804 to 1820. The coin was designed to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Haiti's independence from France, which was achieved in 1804. The coin features an image of Henri Christophe on one side and the Haitian coat of arms on the other. It is made of silver and weighs 4.85 grams. The coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists and collectors of Haitian coins.