Gold Coins of Peru - 10 SolesThe Peruvian 10 soles has been issued in two different specifications - the 1863 ten soles contains more than three times as much gold as the more recent issues (1956-1969).Ten soles is the equivalent of 1 Libra. Brief Peruvian HistoryWe give a brief history of Peru on our Peruvian Gold Coins page.Coin DesignsThe 1863 coin is a different design to the 1956-1969 coins, although both designs feature Liberty.1863 - ObverseSmall wreath above flagged arms within sprigs with the date below the arms. The legend reads:"REPUBLICA PERUANA LIMA 9 DECIMOS FINO. Y.B." 1863 - ReverseSeated Liberty with the denomination "10 SOLES" underneath. The legend reads:"FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNION" 1956-1969 - ObverseNational arms above the date. The legend reads:"REPUBLICA PERUANA" 1956-1969 - ReverseSeated Liberty flanked by shield and column with the fineness "9/10 FINO" underneath. The legend reads:"DIEZ SOLES ORO ORO FINO GRS" Specifications
KeyDenomination = Face ValueDiameter = Approximate Diameter in millimetres. Weight = Weight in grams. Alloy = Fineness of gold. AGW = Actual fine gold weight in troy ounces.
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