4 Soles 1827-1829 front 4 Soles 1827-1829 back
4 Soles 1827-1829 photo
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4 Soles

 
Silver (.903) 13.5 g -
Description
Issuer
Bolivia
Period
Republic (1825-2009)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1827-1829
Value
4 Soles
Currency
Sol (1827-1863)
Composition
Silver (.903)
Weight
13.5 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#81953
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
LIBRE POR LA CONSTITUCION·
BOLIVAR

Edge

Lettering: AYACUCHO * SUCRE * 1824 *

Interesting fact

The 4 Soles coin from Bolivia, minted between 1827 and 1829, has an interesting feature. It was made of silver (.903) and weighed 13.5 grams, which was unusual for a coin of its denomination at that time. Most coins of similar value were made of copper or nickel, and were much lighter in weight. The use of silver in this coin's minting process was likely a deliberate choice to signify its value and importance.