Guatemala 8 Pesos, 1864
Rafael Carrera
Information
Country
Guatemala
Guatemala
Currency
Peso
(1859 – 1925)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
8 Pesos
Year
1864
Ruler
Republic
(1841–9999)
Composition
Gold (.875) (Copper .125)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
13.4
Diameter (mm)
27.5
Demonetized
21 September 1870
Description
8 Pesos from Guatemala. Issued in 1864. Struck in Gold (.875) (Copper .125). Measures 27.5 mm and weighs 13.4 g.
- Obverse
- Bust right, with legend around and engraver's name at neck's base. (Rafael Carrera President of the Republic of Guatemala)
- Reverse
- Coat of arms, with shield flanked by value. Legend around. With fineness, date and initial at bottom. (Guatemala Republic Sub D.O.M. Protection 8 Pesos 21 Karats 1864R)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | au | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1864 R | 474 | € 1900,00 |
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