Peru - 1/2 Libra 1903 - AU - Liberty Head - Gold 917, 3.99g, 19mm

Peru - 1/2 Libra 1903 - AU - Liberty Head - Gold 917, 3.99g, 19mm Only 10% fees + VAT on this item Mintage: 7,245 General Description: The Peru 1/2 Libra 1903 coin is another exquisite example of early 20th-century Peruvian coinage. Struck in gold 917, this coin features the iconic Liberty Head motif, symbolizing freedom and national pride. The 1/2 Libra denomination was widely used during this period, and its design reflects the country’s aspirations at the time. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Liberty wearing a phrygian cap, a well-known symbol of freedom. The inscription "REPÚBLICA PERUANA" (Peruvian Republic) surrounds the image, with the year "1903" displayed below. On the reverse, you’ll find the Peruvian coat of arms, which includes a llama, a cornucopia, and a tree, each representing the natural resources of the country. The denomination is displayed as "1/2 LIBRA" above the coat of arms. This coin is graded AU, with only slight signs of wear, making it a great example of Peruvian gold coinage from the early 1900s. Front: The obverse features the Liberty Head wearing a phrygian cap, surrounded by the inscription "REPÚBLICA PERUANA" and the year "1903". Back: The reverse displays the Peruvian coat of arms, with a llama, cornucopia, and a tree, along with the denomination "1/2 LIBRA" above.