2 Centavos (Divided legend) 1952-1965 front 2 Centavos (Divided legend) 1952-1965 back
2 Centavos (Divided legend) 1952-1965 photo
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2 Centavos Divided legend

 
Brass 3.1 g 19.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Colombia
Period
Republic (1886-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1952-1965
Value
2 Centavos 0.02 COP = USD 0.0000048
Currency
Peso decimalized (1847-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
3.1 g
Diameter
19.1 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#5096
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Olive Sprigs encompassing denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering:
II
CENTAVOS
B

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Centavos coin from Colombia was designed by artist and engraver, José de Creeft, who was known for his work on various coins and banknotes in Latin America. The coin features a divided legend, with the words "2 CENTAVOS" on the top half and "COLOMBIA" on the bottom half, separated by a small line. This design element was unique to this particular coin and was not seen on other coins in the series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1952 B 5038000 - - - - - -
1965  1830000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Centavos (Divided legend) 1952-1965 coin.