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2 Centavos Essai
1863 year| Copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Venezuela |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1856-1864) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | 2 Centavos (0.02) |
| Currency | Peso (1843-1879) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#71417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath, with legend around and Essai mark at bottom.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA DE VENEZUELA
2
CENTAVOS
1863
E
Translation:
Venezuela Republic
2 Cents
1863 E
Comment
E at the bottom of the reverse is not a mint mark but short for Essai.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 2 Centavos (Essai) 1863 from Venezuela made of Copper is that it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item. It was minted in 1863 as a trial coin, and only a small number of them were produced, making it a valuable piece for numismatists. Additionally, the coin's design features a unique combination of Latin American and European influences, reflecting the cultural blend that characterizes Venezuela's history.
