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2½ Centavos
| Silver (.666) | 0.65 g | 11.2 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1881 |
| Value | 2½ Centavos (0.025 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.666) |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 11.2 mm |
| Thickness | 0.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34688 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
Mint above the value and nine stars on the bottom
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BOGOTA
2½
CENT.
★★★★★★★★★
Unabridged legend: Centavos.
Edge
Plain.
Interesting fact
The 2½ Centavos coin was minted during a time of economic turmoil in Colombia, and its production was discontinued after only a decade due to high production costs and low usage. Despite its relatively short lifespan, the coin remains a sought-after collector's item among numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | 328000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1873 | 302000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 | 75000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 | 56000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 | 71000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1877 | 78000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1878 | 347000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1879 | 402000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1880 | 123000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1881 | 123000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Centavos 1872-1881 coin.
