{"id":238323,"date":"2026-07-26T12:53:46","date_gmt":"2026-07-26T10:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rarecoin.store\/edelmetall-muenzen-kaufen\/peru-1966-100-soles-de-oro-seeschlacht-von-callao-gold-pcgs-ms64\/"},"modified":"2026-08-06T15:25:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T13:25:23","slug":"peru-1966-100-soles-de-oro-seeschlacht-von-callao-gold-pcgs-ms64","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/rarecoin.store\/en\/buy-precious-metal-coins\/peru-1966-100-soles-de-oro-naval-battle-of-callao-gold-pcgs-ms64\/","title":{"rendered":"Peru – 1966 – 100 Soles de Oro – Naval Battle of Callao – Gold – PCGS MS64"},"content":{"rendered":"

Peru 1966 100 Soles Gold Coin:<\/strong> This large-format commemorative coin was minted to mark the 100th anniversary of the Combate del 2 de Mayo. The historic battle took place on May 2, 1866, between a Spanish fleet and Peruvian defenses off the port of Callao. <\/p>\n

With a gross weight of 46.8071 grams, a fineness of 900\/1000, and approximately 42.13 grams of pure gold, the coin is one of the most impressive gold coins of 20th-century Peru. The mintage was limited to only 6,253 pieces. <\/p>\n

100 years of Combate del 2 de Mayo<\/h2>\n

The battle of May 2, 1866, holds great historical significance in Peru. The coastal fortifications of Callao defended the port against the Spanish fleet. In Peru, the event became a symbol of national self-assertion. <\/p>\n

To commemorate the 100th anniversary, this commemorative coin worth 100 Soles de Oro was issued in 1966. The dates 1866 and 1966, as well as the inscription “Combate del 2 de Mayo” (Battle of May 2nd), directly reference the historical occasion. <\/p>\n

The memorial page<\/h2>\n

The memorial page depicts a winged victory figure standing on a globe. In her raised hands, she holds laurel branches as traditional symbols of victory. <\/p>\n

To the left and right of the figure are the years 1866 and 1966. The inscription around the edge reads: <\/p>\n

COMBATE DEL 2 DE MAYO<\/strong><\/p>\n

The coin’s large format provides ample space for the three-dimensional design. Particularly striking are the largely uncluttered fields and the finely detailed wings of the victory figure. <\/p>\n

The coat of arms page<\/h2>\n

The other side shows the Peruvian coat of arms within a wreath of flowers. The tripartite coat of arms contains a vicu\u00f1a, a cinchona tree, and a cornucopia filled with coins. <\/p>\n

Below the coat of arms is the written-out face value:<\/p>\n

10 SOLES DE ORO<\/strong><\/p>\n

The inscription around the perimeter names the issuing institution:<\/p>\n

BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DEL PERU<\/strong><\/p>\n

More than 42 grams of pure gold<\/h2>\n

The coin has a gross weight of 46.8071 grams and is made of gold with a fineness of 900\/1000. This results in a fine gold weight of approximately 42.13 grams. <\/p>\n

This means the coin contains significantly more gold than a classic one-ounce gold coin. The high gold content is combined with a low mintage and a unique historical commemorative design. <\/p>\n

Only 6,253 copies<\/h2>\n

Only 6,253 of the 100-sole gold coins were minted. This makes it one of the relatively rare Peruvian gold issues of this period. <\/p>\n

The combination of low mintage, high gold weight and historical occasion makes the coin interesting for both Peru collectors and collectors of rare Latin American gold coins.<\/p>\n

PCGS MS64<\/h2>\n

PCGS rated this copy MS64<\/strong> .<\/p>\n

The designation MS stands for Mint State and indicates a coin that has not been in circulation. The grade MS64 confirms an attractive condition with significant luster and only limited contact marks. <\/p>\n

On a large gold coin with wide, open fields, even minor touches are particularly noticeable. The PCGS MS64 classification therefore documents a high-quality and overall very appealing state of preservation. <\/p>\n

Technical Overview<\/h2>\n

Country of issue:<\/strong> Peru
Year of publication:<\/strong> 1966
Face value:<\/strong> 100 Soles de Oro
Occasion:<\/strong> 100th anniversary of the Combate del 2 de Mayo
Metal:<\/strong> Gold
Fineness:<\/strong> 900\/1000
Gross weight:<\/strong> 46.8071 g
Fine gold weight:<\/strong> approx. 42.13 g
Diameter:<\/strong> approx. 37 mm
Edition:<\/strong> 6,253 copies
Certification:<\/strong> PCGS MS64
PCGS certificate number:<\/strong> 64222847<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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