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2 Centavos
| Zinc (95% Zinc, 5% Copper) | 1.3 g | 16.9 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1950-1958 |
| Value | 2 Centavos (0.02 PEH) |
| Currency | Sol (1863-1985) |
| Composition | Zinc (95% Zinc, 5% Copper) |
| Weight | 1.3 g |
| Diameter | 16.9 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#7431 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Note: Copper-plated examples of type dated 1951 exist
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOS CENTAVOS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Centavos coin from Peru was designed by renowned Peruvian artist, Fernando Bryce, who was known for his work in numismatics and was responsible for designing many of Peru's coins during the mid-20th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 1702000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 3289000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 1155000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1953 | 1150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1955 | 1185000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1956 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1957 | 520000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1958 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Centavos 1950-1958 coin.
