25 Centimes (Western Republic) 10-13 (1813-1816) front 25 Centimes (Western Republic) 10-13 (1813-1816) back
25 Centimes (Western Republic) 10-13 (1813-1816) photo
© A. KOIFMAN JR

25 Centimes Western Republic

 
Silver 2.3 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Haiti › Haiti (1804-date)
Period
First Republic (1806-1849)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
10-13 (1813-1816)
Calendar
Haitian republican
Value
25 Centimes (0.25)
Currency
First gourde (1813-1870)
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.3 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#28721
Rarity index
74%

Reverse

Coat of Arms

Edge

Plain

Comment

Diameter varies in both types.

The snake eating it's own tail is called an ouroboros; it's a old symbol of continuity and cycles.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great political and social change in Haiti. The Western Republic was established in 1804, and this coin was minted during the period of 1813-1816, which was a time of transition and struggle for the young nation. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to Haiti's resilience and determination to establish a stable and independent government.