Obverse

Reverse

1/2 Sol (0.50 Sol de Oro)

Peru 1/2 Sol de Oro

Peru · 1943

A brass-colored coin from Peru featuring the national coat of arms on the obverse and the denomination and date on the reverse.

Country: Peru
Year: 1943
Denomination: 1/2 Sol (0.50 Sol de Oro)
Metal: Brass (Copper-Zinc)

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Overview

A brass-colored coin from Peru featuring the national coat of arms on the obverse and the denomination and date on the reverse.

Historical significance

This coin was part of the Sol de Oro series, which was the currency of Peru between 1863 and 1985. The 1943 issue reflects a period of transition in metallic composition due to global shortages during World War II.

Obverse (front)

The National Coat of Arms of Peru (Escudo de Armas) featuring a vicuña, a cinchona tree, and a cornucopia spilling coins. It is flanked by a laurel branch and a palm branch, with a civic crown above.

Reverse (back)

Central denomination '1/2' above 'SOL DE ORO'. The inner legend reads 'PAGARA AL PORTADOR' and the outer legend reads 'EL BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DEL PERU' with the date '1943' at the bottom.

Estimated value

$1.00 - $3.00 in circulated condition; $10.00 - $25.00 in high Mint State grades.

What drives this coin's value

The primary value factors are condition (grade) and the presence of any surface environmental damage. Higher-grade examples with original luster are significantly more valuable.

Grade assessment

Fine to Very Fine. The coin shows significant surface wear, minor pitting, and heavy oxidation (verdigris/toning spots), though the legends and main devices remain legible.

Mintage & rarity

Approximately 13,000,000 produced; common in most circulated grades.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct weight (4.5g) and diameter (23mm). This is a common circulation coin, so counterfeits are rare, but look for mushy details or casting seams.

Notable varieties & errors

No major rare varieties are generally recognized for this specific date, though die cracks are common.

Similar coins

Often confused with the larger 1 Sol or smaller 5, 10, and 20 Centavos coins of the same design era. It is distinguished primarily by the '1/2' fractional denomination.

Care & preservation

Store in a PVC-free flip or archival-safe coin holder. Avoid cleaning or polishing as brass develops a natural patina that collectors prefer; scrubbing will lower the numismatic value.

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