Bolivia. Republic (1825-2009), 8 Soles 1834 PTS LM (Potosi mint) (Silver, 25.94 gr, 39 mm). KM 97. Extremely Fine. Following Bolivia's independence, the Constituent Congress approved a law providing for a national currency on November 20, 1826. The Casa de Moneda de Potosí began minting the new currency in 1827. at the rate of 10 dineros 20 granos (24 granos = 1 dinero - 12 dineros = pure silver under the old colonial system). Equivalent to 902.7 thousandths of pure silver. The inscriptions on the edge are a tribute to Antonio José de Sucre's victory at the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824, which secured the independence of the Spanish colonies in South America.

Lot 409

Bolivia. Republic (1825-2009), 8 Soles 1834 PTS LM (Potosi mint) (Silver, 25.94 gr, 39 mm). KM 97. Extremely Fine. Following Bolivia's independence, the Constituent Congress approved a law providing for a national currency on November 20, 1826. The Casa de Moneda de Potosí began minting the new currency in 1827. at the rate of 10 dineros 20 granos (24 granos = 1 dinero - 12 dineros = pure silver under the old colonial system). Equivalent to 902.7 thousandths of pure silver. The inscriptions on the edge are a tribute to Antonio José de Sucre's victory at the Battle of Ayacucho in 1824, which secured the independence of the Spanish colonies in South America.

Category: World

Starting price: 100 €

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Lot 409