2½ Centavos (Essai) 1887 front 2½ Centavos (Essai) 1887 back
2½ Centavos (Essai) 1887 photo
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2½ Centavos Essai

1887 year
Copper-nickel - -
Description
Issuer
Dominican Republic › Dominican Republic (1844-date)
Period
Second Republic (1863-1916)
Type
Pattern
Year
1887
Value
2½ Centavos (0.025)
Currency
Peso (1844-1905)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#287741
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Denomination within wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:

CENTAVOS

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2½ Centavos (Essai) 1887 from Dominican Republic is interesting because it was minted during a time of political and economic turmoil in the country. The coin was issued during the administration of President Ulises Heureaux, who was facing opposition from various political factions and was struggling to maintain stability in the country. Despite these challenges, the coin still features a beautiful design, with the national emblem of the Dominican Republic on one side and the denomination on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, providing a glimpse into the complex political and economic climate of the Dominican Republic during the late 19th century.