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7½ Sols - Henri Christophe Essai
1808 year| Silver | 3.1 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Haiti › Haiti (1804-date) |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1808 |
| Value | 7½ Sols = 0.375 Livre (⅜) |
| Currency | Livre (1625-1813) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.1 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86849 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
The small wreath above monogram and date
Script: Latin
Lettering:
LIBERTAS RELIGIO MORES
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1808
Translation: Liberty Religion Morality
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 7½ Sols - Henri Christophe (Essai) 1808 from Haiti is that it is a rare and unique coin that was minted during the reign of King Henri Christophe, who was a former slave and military leader who rose to power during the Haitian Revolution. The coin is made of silver and weighs 3.1 grams, and it features an image of King Henri Christophe on one side and the Haitian coat of arms on the other. It is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists and historians, and it is a symbol of Haiti's rich history and cultural heritage.
