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20 Pesos Rafael Carrera
| Gold (.900) (Copper .100) | 32.258 g | 33 mm |
| Issuer | Guatemala |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1841-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1869-1870 |
| Value | 20 Pesos |
| Currency | Peso, decimalized (1869-1925) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) (Copper .100) |
| Weight | 32.258 g |
| Diameter | 33 mm |
| Thickness | 1.93 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17249 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Coat of arms, with shield dividing value. With legend at top. Fineness, date and initial at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GUATÆ RA S.D.O.M. PROTNE
20 Ps.
-0.900 1869 R.-
Translation:
Guatemala Republic Sub D.O.M. Protection
20 Pesos
0.900 purity 1867R
Engraver: Johann-Baptist Frener
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In 1869, Guatemala attempted to adopt the standards of the Latin Monetary Unit. To this effect, the Guatemalan Peso was fixed to 1.612 grams of .900 Gold.Due to the "Liberal Revolution", Guatemala removed itself from the Latin Monetary Union in 1871. The real system was reintroduced and the Peso was defined as 25.4 grams of .900 silver. However, gold was still pegged to 1.612 grams of .900 gold.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Pesos (Rafael Carrera) coin from Guatemala is that it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued in 1869-1870, a period when Guatemala was experiencing political instability and economic struggles, including a civil war that lasted from 1860 to 1870. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and beauty, with its gold and copper composition and detailed design. This coin is a testament to the resilience and determination of the Guatemalan people during a difficult period in their history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1869 | 15712 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1870 | 184 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Pesos (Rafael Carrera) 1869-1870 coin.
