Peru – 1959 – 100 Soles Oro – Gold – PCGS MS65 – Cert 57640549

Peru – 1959 – 100 Soles Oro – Gold – PCGS MS65 – Cert 57640549

The Peruvian 100 Soles Oro gold coin from 1959 is among the most impressive large gold coins of South America. With a gross weight of approximately 46.8 g and a fine weight of approximately 42.13 g of gold, it significantly surpasses classic 1 oz gold coins and thus possesses an exceptional physical presence.

The 1959 issue was minted with a mintage of 4,710 pieces. This makes it interesting not only because of its high gold content, but also as a collectibly significant gold coin from Peru.

The item offered here has been rated MS65 by PCGS. This high mint-state grade underscores the quality of the piece, as large-format gold coins of this type often show contact marks or storage marks. The obverse features the Peruvian coat of arms, while the reverse depicts the seated Liberty with shield and column.

Technical data

Country: Peru
Year: 1959
Face value: 100 Soles Oro
Metal: Gold
Fineness: 900/1000
Gross weight: 46.8071 g
Fine weight: approx. 42.1264 g gold / approx. 1.3544 oz
Diameter: approx. 37 mm
Minting quality: Mint State
Mintage: 4,710
Mint: Lima Mint
Obverse: Peruvian coat of arms
Reverse: Seated Liberty with shield and column
Grading: PCGS MS65
Cert: 57640549