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½ Centimo de Escudo - Isabel II
| Bronze | 1.25 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1866-1868 |
| Value | ½ Escudo cent (0.005) |
| Currency | Escudo (1864-1873) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.7 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#14877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Crowned coat of arms of Spain.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REINA DE LAS ESPAÑAS.
* MEDIO CENTIMO DE ESCUDO *
OM
Translation:
Queen of the Spains
Half Centimo of Escudo
Engraver: Luis Marchionni Hombrón
Edge
Plain
Comment
KM#632.1 Barcelona - 8 pointed star
KM#632.2 Jubia - 4 pointed star
KM#632.3 Madrid - 6 pointed star
KM#632.4 Segovia - 3 pointed star
KM#632.5 Seville - 7 pointed star
OM are Oeschger, Mesdach y Cía., French company based in Strasbourg (France), contracted to manufacture the copper coins of this period in different Spanish mints.
Interesting fact
The ½ Centimo de Escudo coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Isabel II (1866-1868), was the smallest denomination coin in circulation at the time, with a value of half a centimo (0.005 pesetas). Despite its small value, the coin was made of bronze, which was a more durable and long-lasting material than the copper or silver used in other coins of higher denominations. This made the ½ Centimo de Escudo coin a popular choice for everyday transactions, as it was less prone to wear and tear compared to other coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1867 OM | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1868 OM | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Centimo de Escudo - Isabel II 1866-1868 coin.
