In 1881, silver 10, 20 and 50 centavos and 1 peso and gold 1 argentino coins were introduced, followed by bronze 1 and 2 centavos the next year.
In 1881, silver coins in denominations of 10, 20, and 50 centavos, as well as a peso coin, and gold coins worth 1 argentino were issued. The following year, bronze coins of denominations 1 and 2 centavos were introduced.