Peso Law 18.188 (1970-1983) Coins
The Peso Law 18,188 was the official currency of Argentina from 1970 to 1983, during a period of economic and political instability. This monetary denomination was implemented as part of an attempt to stabilize the economy and control inflation, although with limited results.
Coin characteristics and design
The Peso Ley 18.188 coins were minted in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20 and 50 centavos, as well as 1, 5 and 10 pesos. The design of these pieces reflected Argentine patriotic and cultural elements. The lower value coins featured the National Coat of Arms on the obverse, while the higher denomination coins showed historical figures such as José de San Martín and Manuel Belgrano. On the reverse, motifs such as the Cabildo of Buenos Aires, the Sun of May and representations of freedom could be seen. The minting quality varied throughout the period, with some issues made in copper-aluminum alloy coin blanks and others in stainless steel.
Economic context and monetary challenges
While the Peso Law 18.188 was in force, Argentina faced severe economic problems and galloping inflation. This led to the need to issue higher and higher denominations, culminating in the introduction of 1 million peso bills in 1981. The rapid devaluation of the currency meant that the lower denominations were practically out of circulation. The government tried various economic measures to stabilize the situation, including price and wage controls, but without lasting success. Finally, in 1983, with the return of democracy, a new monetary reform was implemented that gave way to the Argentine Peso, putting an end to the era of the Peso Law 18.188 and marking a new chapter in the numismatic history of the country.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Peso Law 18.188 (1970-1983) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Ancient coins of Argentina
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Argentina.
Peso Fuerte 1826-1881 Local Currency 1881-1969 Peso Law 18.188 1970-1983 Argentine Peso 1983-1985 Austral 1985-1991 Peso 1992-?Coin Catalog
Argentina | 1 centavo
Argentina | 5 centavos
Argentina | 10 centavos
Argentina | 20 centavos
Argentina | 50 centavos
Argentina | 1 peso
Argentina | 5 pesos
Argentina | 10 pesos
Argentina | 5 pesos (200th Anniversary of the Birth of William Brown)
Argentina | 10 pesos (200th Anniversary of the Birth of William Brown)
Argentina | 20 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 50 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 100 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 1.000 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 2.000 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 3.000 pesos (World Soccer Championship-1978)
Argentina | 50 pesos (200th Anniversary of the Birth of José de San Martin)
Argentina | 100 pesos (200th Anniversary of the Birth of José de San Martin)
Argentina | 50 pesos (General José de San Martin)
Argentina | 50 pesos (General José de San Martin)
Argentina | 50 pesos (Centennial of the Conquest of the Desert)
Argentina | 100 pesos (General José de San Martin)
Argentina | 100 pesos (General José de San Martin)
Argentina | 100 pesos (Centennial of the Conquest of the Desert)
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