1908 (S) Philippine Peso

Coin Details

Auction Record

$8,400 MS65 08-18-2024 Heritage Auctions

Description

The 1908 (S) Philippine Peso is a peso produced at the San Francisco Mint as part of the Philippines Peso 1903-1945 series. The obverse features a female figure standing beside an anvil, holding a hammer, while the reverse displays an eagle above a shield. Designed by Melicio Figueroa. Struck in silver, with a reeded edge. Cataloged as PCGS #90394. The Philippine Peso was the highest denomination circulating coin in the series, struck in 80% silver (later 75%). The crown-sized silver peso is the most impressive coin in the Philippine series. Key dates include the 1906-S and 1912-S.