Peru Coins
Peru's official currency is the sol, which has been a fundamental part of the country's economic history. Over the years, Peruvian numismatics has undergone several significant changes and events that reflect the evolution of the nation.
Current currency in circulation
The current Peruvian sol was introduced in 1991, replacing the inti. Coins in circulation include denominations of 10, 20 and 50 cents, as well as 1, 2 and 5 soles. These pieces feature designs that honor Peruvian culture and history, such as the national coat of arms and pre-Columbian figures. The Central Reserve Bank of Peru is responsible for the issuance and control of the currency.
Monetary history and relevant facts
Before the current sol, Peru used various coins, including the silver real during colonial times and the gold sol in the 19th century. An important milestone in Peruvian numismatics was the creation of the National Mint in Lima in 1565, which minted coins for much of South America. In more recent times, the hyperinflation of the 1980s led to the introduction of the inti in 1985, which was later replaced by the nuevo sol in 1991, ushering in an era of greater monetary stability.
| Country | Peru |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Sol (PEN) |
| 1€ | 4,02S/. |
| Continent | America Sur |
| Capital city | Lima |
| ISO2 | PE |
| ISO3 | PER |
| Catalogued coins | 1169 |
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The most valuable coins
The most valuable Peru 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.
Coin Catalog
1 inti (450th Anniversary of the Foundation of Arequipa)
1 sol (Bicentennial of the Congress of the Republic)
1 inti (450th Anniversary of the Foundation of Arequipa)
1 inti (450th Anniversary of the Foundation of Arequipa)
1 sol (token)
5 soles (token)
50 centavos (token)
1 sol de oro (token)
8 escudos
8 reales (Ferdinand VI)
½ real (Charles III)
2 reales
1 real (Charles III)
2 reales (Charles III)
2 reales (Charles III)
½ real (Charles III)
2 reales (Charles IV)
8 reales (Charles IV)
1/2 real
1/2 real (Ferdinand VII)
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