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2 Centavos
| Copper-nickel | 9 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Peru |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1822-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1863-1895 |
| Value | 2 Centavos (0.02 PEH) |
| Currency | Sol (1863-1985) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9063 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Value within designed wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOS
CENTAVOS
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2 Centavos coin from Peru, made of Copper-nickel and weighing 9g, has an interesting fact that it was minted during the presidency of Jose Balta, who was the president of Peru from 1862 to 1868. During his presidency, he implemented various economic reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, which included the 2 Centavos coin. This coin was an important part of Peru's currency system during that time and was widely used in everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1863 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1895 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Centavos 1863-1895 coin.
