Catalogo
| Emittente | Haiti (1804-date) |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1817 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 25 Centimes (0.25) |
| Valuta | First gourde (1813-1870) |
| Composizione | Silver |
| Peso | 2.3 g |
| Diametro | 20 mm |
| Spessore | 1 mm |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | KM#15 |
| Descrizione del dritto | Coat of Arms |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | Latin |
| Legenda del dritto |
REPUBLIQUE D`HAYTI *25*C* (Translation: Republic of Haiti) |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Bust facing left |
| Scrittura del rovescio | Latin |
| Legenda del rovescio |
A. PETION PRESIDENT. P AN 14 (Translation: President A(lexandre) Petion Year 14) |
| Bordo | Milled |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
14 (1817) - AN14; KM#15.1 - 14 (1817) P - AN14; KM#15.2 (P below truncation of Petion bust) - |
| ID Numisquare | 5471178530 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: The 1817 25 Centimes coin originated from the Western Republic of Haiti, under President Alexandre Pétion. This period, post-Dessalines, saw Haiti internally divided, with Pétion governing the more liberal southern and western regions, distinct from Henri Christophe's northern kingdom. This coinage signifies a crucial early step in establishing a stable, independent monetary system for the nascent nation, asserting its sovereignty and economic identity despite international non-recognition.
Artistry: The engraver for this issue remains anonymous, characteristic of early Haitian minting. Stylistically, the coin reflects a nascent Neoclassical aesthetic, prevalent in post-revolutionary states aiming to embody ideals of liberty and republicanism. The obverse displays a Phrygian cap of liberty on a pole, flanked by fasces, symbols referencing classical antiquity for freedom and unity. The inscription "REPUBLIQUE D'HAITI" encircles these motifs. The reverse presents "25 CENTIMES" and date "1817" within a laurel wreath, with "LIBERTE EGALITE".
Technical/Grading: This silver 25 Centimes coin (2.3 grams, 20 mm) frequently exhibits variable strike quality, typical of early minting. High-points for assessment include the Phrygian cap's apex, the fasces details on the obverse, and the central denomination digits and wreath leaves on the reverse. Early strikes often show weakness, particularly on peripheral lettering and finer fasces details. Planchet quality can also vary, sometimes displaying minor irregularities or laminations.