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SHIPPING AVAILABLE > A mylar sleeve filled with -14- Argentina coins, as shown ~ All circulated, of varying dates and composition.
Argentine coinage has a rich and varied history, reflecting the country's economic and political transformations. In the colonial era, before 1810, Spanish colonial reales circulated as the primary currency. After the May Revolution, the newly independent Argentina began minting its own coins, called escudos in gold and reales in silver, maintaining the same value and purity as the Spanish originals.
During the early independence period, from 1810 to 1880, various provinces issued their own coins in different denominations, leading to a diverse numismatic landscape. The introduction of the peso moneda corriente and peso fuerte in 1826 marked a significant step towards establishing a national currency. Decimalization was gradually adopted, with coins issued in centavos from 1854 onwards.
In 1881, the peso moneda nacional unified the national currency and fully implemented the decimal system. This currency, initially backed by gold and silver, experienced fluctuations in value due to economic and political instability. The modern era, starting in 1970, saw the introduction of the peso ley, peso argentino, and austral, each facing challenges with hyperinflation.
Finally, in 1992, the peso convertible was established, initially pegged to the US dollar, providing stability for a period. While the peg was later abandoned due to economic crisis, the peso convertible remains Argentina's current currency. Today, the Argentine Republic issues coins in denominations of 1, 2, 5, and 10 pesos, often featuring designs that showcase native trees or important figures from the country's history. The legacy of Argentine coinage continues to evolve, reflecting the ongoing story of this South American nation.
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