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½ Real - Isabel II
Copper | 20 g | 32 mm |
Issuer | Spain |
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Queen | Isabella II (1833-1868) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1848-1853 |
Value | ½ Real |
Currency | Real (decimalized, 1848-1873) |
Composition | Copper |
Weight | 20 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Thickness | 3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-07 |
Numista | N#18439 |
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Rarity index | 51% |
Reverse
Laureate crown and wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Y LA CONST· REINA DE LAS ESPAÑAS
MEDIO REAL.
CINCO DECIMAS.
* 1851 *
Translation:
and the Constitution. Queen of the Spains
Half Real.
Five Tenths.
Engraver: Remigio Vega
Comment
Interesting fact
The ½ Real coin from Spain, minted during the reign of Isabel II (1848-1853), was made of copper and weighed 20 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, this coin was an important part of the Spanish currency system during that time, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its era.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Real - Isabel II 1848-1853 coin.