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Would like help with ID of these coins

Hello,

Would appreciate any information on these coins that I assume are from Peru. They
are in various states of circulated condition and have different dates, but are in a
3 coin set box like a presentation set.

The largest 35cm dated 1894
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mid size 28cm 1915
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small one a little bigger than a nickel 21cm from 1901 quite worn
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Appreciate any comments.
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Comments

  • SapyxSapyx Posts: 2,263 ✭✭✭✭✭
    Quite correct; they're all from Peru. The denomination of each coin is written below the seated figure.

    The large one is a 1 sol, listed in the Krause world coin catalogue as KM# 196.26. The medium one is a ½ sol, KM# 203. The small one is a 1/5th sol, KM# 205.2.

    None of these coins are particularly scarce, only worth a few dollars above bullion value. All are silver. (.900 fine).

    The box would be an unofficial case, and not add anything to the value.
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  • LoveMyLibertyLoveMyLiberty Posts: 1,784 ✭✭✭
    Stephen,

    Thank you much for taking the time to reply with a very informative answer. I've noticed you reply to a
    number of these threads with helpful facts to assist others with their collecting interests. Your
    contribution is most appreciated. Sort of makes me want to spend more time over here.
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