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1 Peso Fuerte Peso del Sitio/Siege Peso
| Issuer | Uruguay |
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| Year | 1844 |
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| Value | 1 Peso |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The denomination UN PESO FUERTE is inscribed in the central field in raised lettering, with the fineness designation 10 1/2 Ds (dineros) appearing below. The central inscription is encircled by nine five-pointed stars evenly spaced around the periphery. The legend SITIO DE MONTEVIDEO arcs around the upper portion of the coin, referencing the Siege of Montevideo during which these emergency coins were issued. |
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| Edge | Decorated with palm leaf motifs |
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