Peru 1 Sol 1884 BD VF-aXF

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1884, Peru (Republic). Silver 1 Sol Coin.

Mint Place: Lima
Condition: VF-aXF!
Denomination: 1 Sol
Mint Years: 1884 (BD)
References: KM-196.19.
Material: Silver (.900)
Weight: 24.77gm
Diameter: 38mm


Obverse: Togate personification of the Republic seated beneath wreath ona column, holding stick topped by liberty cap, and leaning on shield. Large wreath on column and with banner inscription ("LIBER-TAD" in relief) around.
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 9 DECIMOS FINO B.D - 1884



Peru declared its independence in 1821 and the city of Cusco maintained its importance within the administrative structure of the of the country. Upon independence, the Department of Cusco was created and at the time maintained authority over territory extending to the Brazilian border. The city of Cusco was made capital of the department and subsequently became the most important city in the south-eastern Andean region.

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