1883-S Liberty $20 Gold Coin MS62

Unfortunately 2 different U.S. nickels are date 1883. A Shield & Liberty Head, post new question as to type.

Assuming the coin is circulated and has no mintmarks, retail value is $32.00-$39.00 depending on how much wear the coin shows. The 1883 Morgan is a common date.

It was on the Island of Krakatoa - and the huge eruption blew most of the volcano apart.

Bolivia and Peru were at war against Chile from 1879 to 1883 in The War of the Pacific. Chile won the war and gained land from Peru and Bolivia. The Battle of Huamachuco in July 1883 was the last major battle of the war. The battle took place near the town of Huamachuco, Peru. The Chilean forces defeated the Peru forces with Peru suffering 800 dead and 300 captured. The battle marked the final defeat of Peru.