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25 Centavos Pattern strike
1881 year| Silver (.900) | 6.07 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1881 |
| Value | 25 Centavos (0.25) |
| Currency | Second Peso (decimalized, 1879-1931) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 6.07 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#305009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standing Liberty, in her right hand a flag with five stars and UNION. Her left arm supported by constitution and column. Tridents at sides with P and A. Legend at top and bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
15 DE SETIEMBRE DE 1821
CONSTITUCION
PAZ, PROGRESO Y LIBERTAD
UNION
27 DE AGOSTO DE 1876
P A
CENTRO AMERICA
Translation:
15th Sep 1821
Constitution
Peace, progress and freedom.
Union
27th-Aug-1876
P A
Central America
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Pattern 25 Centavos coin from Honduras, minted in 1881, is a rare and unique piece, with only 200 coins struck in silver (.900). Its design features the national coat of arms and the denomination on one side, and the Honduran flag on the other. This coin is not only a valuable collector's item but also a piece of history, representing Honduras' early efforts to establish a national currency.
