Bidspirit auction | Peru - 1/2 Libra 1904

Peru - 1/2 Libra 1904 - AU - Liberty Head - Gold 917, 3.99g, 19mm - Only 10% fees + VAT on this item According to the price of an ounce of pure gold $2,950, the price of gold for this currency is: $347.05 Mintage: 8,360 General Description: The Peru 1/2 Libra 1904 coin is a beautiful example of early 20th-century Peruvian gold coinage. Struck in gold 917, this coin features the Liberty Head design, which symbolizes freedom and the national pride of Peru. The 1/2 Libra denomination was common during this period, and its design reflects Peru's goals of economic progress and national identity. The obverse of the coin showcases a portrait of Liberty wearing a phrygian cap, a symbol of liberty and freedom. The inscription ”REPÚBLICA PERUANA” (Peruvian Republic) surrounds the image, with the year ”1904” displayed beneath the portrait. The reverse features the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a llama, cornucopia, and a tree, all symbolizing the nation's rich natural resources. The denomination ”1/2 LIBRA” is displayed above the coat of arms. This coin is graded AU, meaning it shows only slight signs of wear, making it a wonderful example of the gold coinage from Peru during the early 1900s. Front: The obverse features the Liberty Head with a phrygian cap, surrounded by the inscription ”REPÚBLICA PERUANA” and the year ”1904”. Back: The reverse displays the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a llama, cornucopia, and a tree, along with the denomination ”1/2 LIBRA” above.