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4 Reales State of Honduras - Provisional
| Billon (.040 silver) | 9.85 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Honduras |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1862-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1853-1855 |
| Value | 4 Reales |
| Currency | First Real (1800-1861) |
| Composition | Billon (.040 silver) |
| Weight | 9.85 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 24 May 1862 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#69192 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Tree flanked with value, with legend around and date and initials at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBRE CREZCA FECUNDO
4 • R •
T • 1853 • G
Translation:
Free grows fertile
4 Reales
1853 TG
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 4 Reales coin from Honduras, issued between 1853 and 1855, has an interesting feature. Despite being made of Billon, a metal alloy containing only 0.040 silver, it weighs 9.85 grams, which is relatively heavy compared to its size.
