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Republic of Peru. Silver One Sol coin dated 1923

Peruvian Silver One Sol coin dated 1923

Obverse: Togate personification of the Republic seated beneath wreath ona column, holding stick topped by liberty cap, and leaning on shield.
Comment: Inscribed band ("LIBER-TAD") around column in incuse.
Legend: FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNION / UN SOL

Reverse: Wreath above shield with coat-of-arms of the Republic of Peru. All within sprays . Date below.
Legend: REPUBLICA PERUANA LIMA 5 DECIMOS FINO 1923

References: KM-218.1.
Mint Place: Dollar-Sized coin, Struck at the Philadelphia for the Lima mint in Peru
Weight: 24.82 gm
Diameter: 37 mm