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1 Escalin ND
1811 year| Silver | 2 g | - |
| Issuer | Saint Lucia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1811 |
| Value | 1 Escalin |
| Currency | Countermarked coinage |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Shape | Triangular (Cut of 2 Reales) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#100893 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
1/3 Cut of Spanish or Spanish Colonial 2 Reales.
Script: Latin
Comment
Third cut of 2 RealesInteresting fact
The 1 Escalin coin from Saint Lucia, which was minted in 1811, is made of silver and weighs 2 grams. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features a unique blend of French and British influences, reflecting the island's history as a former French and British colony. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King George III of England, while the reverse side features a depiction of a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop in Saint Lucia at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
