Guatemala 5 Pesos, 1869
Rafael Carrera
Information
Country
Guatemala
Guatemala
Currency
Peso
(1859 – 1925)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
5 Pesos
Year
1869
Ruler
Republic
(1841–9999)
Composition
Gold (.900) (Copper .100)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
8.064
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Pesos from Guatemala. Issued in 1869. Struck in Gold (.900) (Copper .100). Measures 21 mm and weighs 8.06 g.
- Obverse
- Bust right, with legend around and engraver's name at neck's base. (Rafael Carrera, Founder of the Republic of Guatemala)
- Reverse
- Coat of arms, with shield dividing value. With legend at top. Fineness, date and initial at bottom. (Guatemala Republic Sub D.O.M. Protection 5 Pesos 21 Karats 1869R)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | au | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1869 M | 48.8K | € 500,00 |
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