Obverse: the obverse depicts an Indian and the top is engraved with the inscription 'VERDAD I JUSTICIA' (Truth and Justice). The denomination 'UNA LIBRA' is embossed at the bottom of the obverse.
Reverse: the reverse of the coin shows the coat of arms of the Republic of Peru divided into three parts. The coin is divided into two parts: the reverse and the coin's design, with a llama representing the Peruvian fauna, at the top left. The top right shows a cinchona tree. The bottom right shows a cornucopia symbolising Peru's natural resources. The coat of arms is surrounded by branches and crowned by the sun. The name of the country 'REPUBLICA PERUANA LIMA' is engraved above the coat of arms and the year of issue '1917' at the bottom.
About the coin: Peruvian gold coins were minted in different mintages between 1898 and 1969. These coins are sought-after collectors' items. The earliest coins reveal the Portuguese origin of the currency's name 'Escudo', followed by the 'Libra' and 'Soles' gold coins.
