2 Centavos (Essai) 1878 front 2 Centavos (Essai) 1878 back
2 Centavos (Essai) 1878 photo
© PCGS

2 Centavos Essai

1878 year
Bronze - -
Description
Issuer
Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date)
Period
Second Republic (1863-1916)
Type
Pattern
Year
1878
Value
2 Centavos (0.02)
Currency
Peso (1844-1905)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#287738
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value above date

Script: Latin

Lettering:
★ DIOS PATRIA LIBERTAD ★
2
CENTAVOS
1878

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Centavos (Essai) 1878 from Dominican Republic is interesting because it was minted during a time of economic and political instability in the country. The coin was part of a series of experimental issues minted in the late 19th century, and its design and composition were meant to address the need for a more stable currency. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.