Peru (Republic). Silver 1 Dinero Coin.Mint Place: LimaReference: KM-204.2.Denomination: 1 DineroMint Year: 1903/1803 Material: Silver (.900)Diameter: 18mmWeight: 2.5gmObverse: Togate personification of the Republic seated beneath wreath ona column, holding stick topped by liberty cap, and leaning on shield.Legend: FIRME Y FELIZ POR LA UNIONReverse: Wreath above shield with coat-of-arms of the Republic of Peru. All within sprays . Date below.Legend: REPUB : BERUANA LIMA 9D : FINO J.F -1903Peru declared its independence in 1821 and the city of Cusco maintained its importance within the administrative structure of the of the country. Upon independence, the Department of Cusco was created and at the time maintained authority over territory extending to the Brazilian border. The city of Cusco was made capital of the department and subsequently became the most important city in the south-eastern Andean region.