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The sol replaced the Peruvian inti in 1991 and the name is a return to that of Peru's historic currency, as the previous incarnation of sol was in use from 1863 to 1985. Although sol in this usage is derived from the Latin solidus (English: solid), the word also means "sun" in Spanish. At its introduction in 1991, the currency was officially called nuevo sol ("new sol"), but on November 13, 2015, the Peruvian Congress voted to rename the currency simply sol.
Obverse
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Depicts the coat of arms of Peru surrounded by the inscription "Central Reserve Bank of Peru", date below. BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DEL PERÚ |
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Reverse
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Depicts the hummingbird figure from the Nazca Lines and value. Mintmark LMA inside the value. 2 LMA |
Edge |
Characteristics
Material | Bi-Metallic |
Ring | Stainless Steel |
Center | Brass |
Weight | 5.58 g |
Diameter | 22.38 mm |
Thickness | 2.2 mm |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Coin |
Mint |
Lima Mint
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