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2½ Centavos United States of Colombia
1881 year| Copper-nickel | 2.42 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Colombia |
|---|---|
| Period | United States of Colombia (1863-1886) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1881 |
| Value | 2½ Centavos (0.025 COP) |
| Currency | Peso decimalized (1847-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#34689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 24% |
Reverse
Denomination in circle.
NOTE: with flat base of "2", no mintletter
Script: Latin
Lettering:
DOS I MEDIO CENTAVOS
2½
1881
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2½ Centavos coin from Colombia, issued in 1881, is interesting because it was one of the first coins to feature the national emblem of Colombia, the Andean condor, on its obverse side. This symbolizes the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Centavos (United States of Colombia) 1881 coin.
