Bidspirit auction | Peru - 1/2 Libra 1907

Peru - 1/2 Libra 1907 - 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: Unknown General Description: The Peru 1/2 Libra 1907 coin is a remarkable example of early 20th-century Peruvian gold coinage. Struck in gold 917, this coin features the Liberty Head motif, representing freedom and national pride. The 1/2 Libra denomination was widely used during this period, and its design reflects Peru's aspirations for economic growth and prosperity. The obverse of the coin showcases a portrait of Liberty wearing a phrygian cap, a traditional symbol of liberty and independence. The inscription ”REPÚBLICA PERUANA” (Peruvian Republic) surrounds the image, with the year ”1907” placed beneath the portrait. The reverse features the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a llama, cornucopia, and a tree, all of which symbolize the rich natural resources of the country. The denomination of ”1/2 LIBRA” is displayed above the coat of arms. This coin is graded AU, meaning it has only slight signs of wear, making it an excellent example of the gold coinage of 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 ”1907”. Back: The reverse shows the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a llama, cornucopia, and a tree, with the denomination ”1/2 LIBRA” displayed above.