Chile 1877 decimo

from the Mountain Groan Collection

This type was struck at Santiago, Chile, 1867-80 and is readily available in grades up to AU; choice uncirculated specimens are scarce. In 1879, the silver was lowered to 0.500 fine and struck in that form until 1894.

Recorded mintage: 96,000 including an 1877/6.

Specification: 2.5 g, 0.835 fine silver, .067 troy oz ASW, 18 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM 136.2.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1801-1900, 9th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.

Link to:

• 1874 décimo
• 1877 ½ décimo
• 1877 20 centavos
• 1877 peso
• 1878 décimo
• Coins and currency dated 1877