Brief Dominican Republic History
Christopher Columbus discovered the island of Hispaniola in 1492, its name means "Spanish Island". The eastern part of the island is occupied by the Dominican Republic, the western third being Haiti.
Santo Domingo, the capital of Dominican Republic is the oldest white settlement in the western hemisphere, and was the main Spanish base for its further explorations in the area. French buccaneers later settled the western end, naming it St. Dominique, and in 1697 it was ceded by Spain to France. In 1804, after a slave revolt, the western part was renamed Haiti. From 1822 to 1844 the eastern portion was also under Haitian control, when they were driven out by Pablo Duarte, the earliest national hero, and the Dominican Republic became independent. It voluntarily returned to Spanish dominion between 1861 and 1865, but in 1866 it re-established its independence.

Dominican Republic Gold Coins
Although Dominican Republic issued its own coins considerably earlier, its first gold coins were only issued in 1955, these being 30 Pesos for the 25th anniversary of the Trujillo regime.

Technical Specifications

Denomination	Diameter	Weight	Fineness	Gold Content
30 Pesos	31.5	29.6220	.900	.8572
200 Pesos	27	17.17	.900	.4968

Notes on Table
Diameter = Diameter in millimetres.
Weight = Gross weight in grams.
Fineness = purity of gold alloy.
Gold Content = Actual gold content in troy ounces.

Prices & Availability
Please telephone for current prices and availability.

Date	Denomination	Description	Grade	Mintage	Availability	Price £	Price $
1955	30 Pesos	25th Anniversary of Trujillo Regime	Uncirculated	33,000	Yes	£240	$375
1955	30 Pesos	25th Anniversary of Trujillo Regime	EF	33,000	Sold	£210	$325
1982	200 Pesos	UNICEF Year of the Child	Proof FDC	4,303	Ask	£225	$450

Quantity Purchases
For investors or collectors wishing to buy 30 Pesos in quantity of 10 pieces or more, we may be able to quote very competitive bullion rates on request.

Postage & Packing
UK Registered Post (Special Delivery) £9 per order
EU Insured Post £10 per order
USA Airmail $10 per order
USA Insured Shipping $20 per order

Dominican Republic Silver and Base Metal Coins
For silver and base metal coins of Dominican Republic, please look at our original Chard Coins website.