Peru Medal 1863 42nd Anniversary of Independence of Callao. EF.

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1863, Peru (Republic). 42nd Anniversary of Independence of Callao. Silver Medal by R. Britten.

Mint Year: 1863
Mint Place: Lima
Reference: Fonrobert 9195.
Medallist: R. Britten (R.B.)
Condition: Dark glossy tonong, otherwise XF-AU!
Denomination: Medal -42nd Anniversary of Independence of Callao.
Diameter: 24.5mm
Material: Silver
Weight: 5.95gm


Obverse: Statue of Athena right, standing in chariot. Medallist´s signature (R. BRITTEN.) below.
Legend: IL PERU LIBRE

Reverse: Starboard view of paddle steamer. Date (28th of July, 1863) below.
Legend: LA MUNICIPALIDAD DEL CALLAO - EL 28 DE JULLIO



Callao (Spanish pronunciation: [kaˈʎao]) is a Peruvian seaside city and region on the Pacific Ocean in the Lima metropolitan area. Callao is Peru's chief seaport and home to its main airport, Jorge Chávez International Airport. Callao municipality consists of the whole Callao region, which is also coterminous with the province of Callao. Founded in 1537 by the Spaniards, the city has a long naval history as one of the main ports in Latin America and the Pacific, as it was one of vital Spanish towns during the colonial era. Central Callao is about 15 km (9.3 mi) west of the Historic Center of Lima.

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