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⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage)

🇵🇪 Peru · ⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage) · 1863–1985
Regular
Weight1.6 g
Diameter15 mm
Mintage 8,971
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition91.67% Gold
ReferenceKM# 210, Fr# 75
Collector's Key World IDCKW-PER-1143

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1929 Peru ⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage) coins were minted?
8,971 were struck.
What is a 1929 Peru ⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage) made of?
0.9167 Gold, weighing 1.6 g.
What is the melt value of a 1929 Peru ⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage)?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1929 Peru ⅕ Libra (Trade Coinage) a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.