2 Centesimos (Pattern) 1953 front 2 Centesimos (Pattern) 1953 back
2 Centesimos (Pattern) 1953 photo
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2 Centesimos Pattern

1953 year
Aluminium 0.5 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Uruguay
Period
Oriental Republic of Uruguay (1825-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
1953
Value
2 Centésimos (0.02&nbspUYP)
Currency
Peso (1863-1975)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
0.5 g
Diameter
17 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1953
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#64299
Rarity index
71%

Reverse

Value within Laurel Wreath

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2
CENTÉSIMOS

Engraver: Thomas Humphrey Paget

Interesting fact

The Pattern 2 Centesimos coin was designed by the Uruguayan artist and sculptor, José Belloni. He was known for his work in creating sculptures and monuments throughout Uruguay, and his design for the Pattern 2 Centesimos coin features a stylized image of a horse, which was meant to symbolize strength and freedom. The coin's design was never adopted as an official currency, but it remains a unique and interesting piece of numismatic history.